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General Catalog
2013-2014
Issue No. 32/Fall 2013
(Revised July 2013)
Published by
SANDHILLS COMMUNITY COLLEGE
3395 Airport Road
Pinehurst, North Carolina 28374
Phone 910-692-6185 or 800-338-3944
Fax 910-695-1823
Website: www.sandhills.edu
The provisions of this publication are not to be regarded as an irrevocable
contract between the student and Sandhills Community College. The College
reserves the right to change any provision or requirement at any time within
the student’s term of residence or to add or withdraw course offerings.
Updates to this printed edition that reflect such changes will be available on
the Sandhills website at www.sandhills.edu. The official version of the
current Catalog is the online document. The College further reserves the
right, at any time, to request that a student withdraw when such action is
considered to be in the best interest of the institution.
SANDHILLS COMMUNITY COLLEGE
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Welcome to Sandhills Community College
College Telephone Numbers
Administrative offices are open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. until 5
p.m. During the summer sessions, some offices may have an abbreviated
schedule. The summer schedule is published online at www.sandhills.edu,
along with the academic calendar. A complete telephone directory of faculty
and staff is also available online at www.sandhills.edu.
General Information ........................................... 910-692-6185/800-338-3944
Admissions ............................................................................... 695-3725/3738
Business ................................................................................... 695-3721/3951
Continuing Education ........................................................................ 695-3980
Financial Aid ..................................................................................... 695-3743
Dean of Instruction ............................................................................ 695-3708
Library ............................................................................................... 695-3819
Records and Registration ....................................... 695-3740/3741/3734/3739
Director of Student Life .................................................................... 695-3858
Dean of Student Services ................................................................. 695-3900
Accreditation
Sandhills Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of
Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate degrees,
diplomas, and certificates. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866
Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for
questions about the accreditation of Sandhills Community College.
Visitors
Sandhills Community College welcomes visitors to campus and encourages
them to explore the gardens, to use the Katharine Boyd Library, and to
attend various public college functions. The Campus Map on page 4
provides directions. It is important that visitors respect the educational
mission of the College and the necessity for campus safety and tranquility. If
disruptive visitors are observed, those noting the behavior are asked to relay
that information to the switchboard located in the Dempsey Student Center
910-692-6185 or 800-338-3944. The College reserves the right to ask
disruptive visitors to leave the campus.
Non-Discrimination Statement
Sandhills Community College is committed to the elimination of all
discrimination based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, or
disability. The College seeks to comply with all federal, state, and local
statutes, regulations, and orders, including those that promote equal
protection and equal opportunity for students, employees, and applicants.
WELCOME
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President John R. Dempsey
Welcome to Sandhills Community College. This is a very special year here
at Sandhills. Not only is it special because you have chosen to become a part
of our student body, but it’s special because this year marks our 50th
birthday. Sandhills was founded in December 1963. For fifty years, we have
been providing high quality, reasonably priced education to the men and
women of this region. A lot has changed in those fifty years, but the core
values that started the college are still present in everything we do today.
Those values are respect, integrity, opportunity, excellence, and helpfulness.
These values guide and inspire the work we do at Sandhills, and we hope
they will have a profound influence on your education.
This college catalog has lots of information to help you on your educational
journey. We think it will answer most of the questions you will have about
the college—and about your program of study. If this book doesn’t answer
your questions, or if anything isn’t clear, please call your advisor, the nice
folks in Student Services, Executive Assistant Wendy Dodson (910-695-
3701), or me (910-695-3700) for help. Helping students is why we are here.
Again, welcome to Sandhills. I think you’ve made a really good choice of
colleges, and I wish you all the success in the world while you are here. For
fifty years now, we’ve been taking good care of students and helping them
get the education they need to lead productive and fulfilling lives. We hope
to do that with you, and we thank you for choosing Sandhills.
John R. Dempsey
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Campus Map
CAMPUS MAP
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Ball Garden Visitor’s Center
Blue Hall
 Career Services
 Counseling Services
 BLET Classroom
 Health & Fitness Program Classroom
 Student Employment
Boyd Library
 Archives
 Barbara Cole Children’s Reading Center
 Jeanne Hastings Gallery
 Learning Resource Computer Lab
 Library
 Teresa Wood Reading Room
Causey Hall
 Alumni Relations
 Cosmetology
 Emergency Medical Science
 Grant Development
 SCC Foundation Office
Dempsey Student Center
 Athletics
 Clement Dining Room
 Ewing Center for Student Leadership
 Heins Gymnasium
 Intramurals
 Logan Bookstore
 Lost and Found
 Marketing
 Minority Male Mentoring
 Parking Permits
 Peterson Dining Commons
 Photo ID
 Reception
 Russell Fitness Center
 Student Government Association
 Student Life
Kennedy Hall
 Bracken Auditorium
 College Programs for High Schools
 Fine Arts –Art
 Health Sciences
 Nursing
 Owens Wing
 SandHoke ECHS Office
 St. Andrews Extension
 UNC Pembroke Extension
Little Hall
 Byerley Auditorium
 Computer Technologies
 Distance Learning
 Engineering Technologies
 Golf Course/Turfgrass Management
 Whole Harvest Kitchen
 Peggy Kirk Bell Center for Hospitality and
the Culinary Arts
 Russell Dining Room
 Charles and Jane Wellard Technology
Center
Logan Hall
 Developmental Education
 English and Humanities
 Mathematics
 Project Promise
 Kelly Tutoring Center
McKean Campus Services Center
 Grounds Maintenance
 Physical Plant Maintenance
 Print Shop
 Shipping/Receiving
Meyer Hall
 Directors Auditorium
 Sciences
 Therapeutic Massage
Owens Auditorium
Sirotek Hall
 Transportation Technologies
Steed Hall
 Landscape Gardening
Stone Hall – 1st Floor East
 Administration
 Business Office
 Human Resources
 John Sledge Board Room
Stone Hall – 1st Floor West
 Admissions
 Student Success Center
 Financial Aid
 Meyer Family Foundation Auditorium
 Placement Testing
 Records and Registration
 Veterans Services
Stone Hall – 2nd Floor
 Management & Business Technology
 Information Services
Van Dusen Hall
 Continuing Education
 Dedman Center for Business Leadership
 Disability Services
 Furches Life-Long Learning Center
 McCaskill Public Service Center
 Social and Behavioral Sciences
 Public Services
Wellard Hall
 Audiovisual Services
 Fine Arts – Music and Music Education
 Campus Police and Public Safety
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
WELCOME TO SANDHILLS COMMUNITY COLLEGE ................................ 2
College Telephone Numbers ................................................................... 2
Accreditation ........................................................................................... 2
Visitors .................................................................................................... 2
Non-Discrimination Statement ............................................................... 2
President John R. Dempsey ..................................................................... 3
Campus Map ........................................................................................... 4
TABLE OF CONTENTS ............................................................. 6
ACADEMIC CALENDARS ....................................................... 23
2013-2014 Academic Calendar .................................................. 23
Fall Semester 2013 ................................................................................ 23
Spring Semester 2014 ........................................................................... 23
Summer Semester 2014 ........................................................................ 23
2014-2015 Proposed Academic Calendar .................................. 24
Fall Semester 2014 ................................................................................ 24
Spring Semester 2015 ........................................................................... 24
Summer Semester 2015 ........................................................................ 24
COLLEGE MISSION AND PROGRAMS..................................... 25
College History ......................................................................... 25
Mission Statement ................................................................... 26
Core Values at Sandhills Community College ............................. 27
Performance Measures and Standards, 2012-2013 .................... 28
Campus Services ...................................................................... 29
Bookstore .............................................................................................. 29
Cafeteria ................................................................................................ 29
Disability Services .................................................................................. 29
SCC Website .......................................................................................... 30
Instructional Programs and Delivery ......................................... 30
Credit Programs ....................................................................... 30
University Studies Program ................................................................... 30
Applied Science Programs ..................................................................... 30
Diploma Programs ................................................................................. 31
Certificate Options ................................................................................ 31
General Education Program .................................................................. 31
General Occupational Program ............................................................. 31
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Developmental Education ..................................................................... 31
Special Credit Courses ........................................................................... 32
Continuing Education Programs (Non-Credit) ............................ 32
Instructional Delivery ............................................................... 32
Hybrid Courses ...................................................................................... 32
Evening/Weekend College .................................................................... 33
Online Courses ....................................................................................... 33
NC Information Highway Course Delivery ............................................. 33
COLLEGE ADMISSION AND REGISTRATION ........................... 34
Admission to the General College ............................................. 34
Admission to Continuing Education .......................................... 34
Admission to Curriculum Education .......................................... 34
Non-Degree-Seeking Student (Special and Visiting Students) ............... 34
Degree-Seeking Student ........................................................................ 35
Placement Testing ................................................................... 35
Pre-Advising ............................................................................ 36
Program Placement ................................................................. 36
Student Classifications – Guidelines for Admission .................... 36
New Students ........................................................................................ 36
Readmitted Students ............................................................................. 36
Foreign Students ...................................................................... 37
Permanent Residents ............................................................................ 37
Other Visas ............................................................................................ 37
F-1 Visas ................................................................................................. 37
Undocumented Immigrants .................................................................. 37
Foreign College Transcripts ................................................................... 38
Transfer Students .................................................................... 38
Special Students ...................................................................... 39
Visiting Students ...................................................................... 40
Home-Schooled Degree-Seeking Students ................................ 40
Career and College Promise ...................................................... 40
Career Technical Education Pathway .................................................... 41
College Transfer Pathway ...................................................................... 41
Cooperative Innovative High Schools Pathway ..................................... 41
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Registration for Curriculum Classes........................................... 41
Last Day to Register ................................................................. 41
Residence Status for Tuition Purposes ...................................... 41
PAYMENT OF TUITION AND FEES .......................................... 43
Tuition ................................................................................................... 43
Student Activity and Technology Fees .................................................. 43
Special Program/Course Expenses ........................................................ 43
Tuition Payments .................................................................................. 44
Tuition and Fees Waivers for Qualified High School Students and
Full-Time College Employees ......................................................... 45
Payment Responsibility ......................................................................... 45
Graduation Fee ..................................................................................... 45
Refund of Tuition and Fees: State Refund Policy .................................. 45
Refund of Tuition and Fees: Federal Refund Policy .............................. 46
STUDENT RECORDS ............................................................. 47
Grade Reports ....................................................................................... 47
Graduation Requirements..................................................................... 47
Transcripts ............................................................................................. 48
FINANCIAL AID .................................................................... 49
Financial Aid Programs ............................................................. 49
Federal Pell Grant ................................................................................. 49
Federal Supplemental Opportunity Grant ............................................ 49
Federal and Institutional Work-Study Program .................................... 49
Student Loans ....................................................................................... 50
NC Community College Grant ............................................................... 50
NC Education Lottery Scholarship ......................................................... 50
Childcare Grants .................................................................................... 50
Endowed and Donor Scholarships ........................................................ 51
Other Funds and Outside Scholarships ................................................. 51
Federal Aid Eligibility Requirements ..................................................... 51
Federal Aid Enrollment Classification ................................................... 51
Federal Aid Enrollment Status Determination for Clock Programs ....... 52
Unusual Enrollment History (UEH) ............................................ 52
Veterans Benefits, Programs, and Guidelines ............................ 55
Veterans Affairs ..................................................................................... 55
Montgomery GI Bill (MGIB) ................................................................... 56
Montgomery GI Bill-Selected Reserve (MGIB-SR) ................................. 56
Post-9/11 GI Bill .................................................................................... 56
Reserve Education Assistance Program (REAP) .................................... 56
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Veterans Educational Assistance Program (VEAP) ................................ 57
Survivors’ and Dependents’ Educational Assistance Program (DEA) .... 57
VA Work-Study Program ....................................................................... 57
NC National Guard Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) .......................... 57
Veterans Retraining Assistance Program (VRAP) .................................. 57
The Yellow Ribbon Program .................................................................. 57
VA General Eligibility Requirements ...................................................... 58
VA Documentation ................................................................................ 58
STUDENT SERVICES ............................................................. 60
Campus Health and Safety ....................................................... 60
Campus Health and Safety Awareness Activities .................................. 60
Communicable Disease ......................................................................... 60
Student Accident Insurance................................................................... 61
Counseling and Career Services ................................................ 61
Personal Counseling .............................................................................. 61
Career Services ...................................................................................... 61
Career Development ............................................................................. 62
Career Resource Library ........................................................................ 62
Guarantee to Employers ........................................................................ 62
Job Fairs ................................................................................................. 62
Student Employment Services ............................................................... 62
Student Involvement in the Institution ..................................... 63
Student Government Association (SGA) ................................................ 63
Student’s Role in Institutional Decision-Making.................................... 63
Student Publications .............................................................................. 63
Student Publications Guidelines ............................................................ 64
Photo and Video Use ............................................................................. 64
Supervisory Role of the Institution over Student Activities .................. 65
Student Fundraisers .............................................................................. 66
Student Life ............................................................................. 66
ACES (Association for Architecture, Construction, Engineering and
Surveying) ....................................................................................... 66
Athletics ................................................................................................. 66
Cheer Club ............................................................................................. 67
Computer Technology Club ................................................................... 67
Criminal Justice Club .............................................................................. 67
Early Childhood Club ............................................................................. 68
Horticulture Club ................................................................................... 68
Human Services Club ............................................................................. 68
Intramurals ............................................................................................ 68
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Mentoring, Supporting, Affirming, Cultivating and Empowering
Women (MSACE)............................................................................ 68
Outdoor Adventure Program ................................................................ 69
Phi Theta Kappa – Alpha Tau Beta ........................................................ 69
Radiography Club .................................................................................. 69
Rotaract ................................................................................................. 69
Sandhills Association of Nursing Students ............................................ 70
Student Government Association ......................................................... 70
Therapeutic Massage Club .................................................................... 70
Turfgrass Club ....................................................................................... 71
Ultimate Frisbee Club ............................................................................ 71
STUDENT CONDUCT ............................................................ 72
Student Conduct in the Instructional Environment .............................. 72
Student Code of Conduct ...................................................................... 72
Academic Honesty ................................................................................ 76
Disciplinary Procedures ......................................................................... 76
Student Grievance ................................................................................. 77
Student Grievance Procedure ............................................................... 77
Student Grievance Procedure Steps ..................................................... 78
Sexual Harassment Policy ..................................................................... 79
CAMPUS POLICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY ................................... 81
Traffic Rules and Regulations ................................................................ 81
Automobile Registration ....................................................................... 81
Parking Regulations ............................................................................... 81
Parking Permit ....................................................................................... 81
Temporary Parking ................................................................................ 81
Parking Violations ................................................................................. 82
Fines ...................................................................................................... 82
Identification Card ................................................................................ 82
Campus Crime ....................................................................................... 83
Security and Access to Campus Facilities .............................................. 83
Campus Law Enforcement Authority .................................................... 83
Emergency Services............................................................................... 84
Emergency Phones ................................................................................ 84
Emergency Code Blue Boxes ................................................................. 84
Reporting Crimes .................................................................................. 84
Investigation of Crime Reports ............................................................. 85
Documentation of Crime Reports ......................................................... 85
Crime Statistics ...................................................................................... 85
Sexual Assault Policy ............................................................................. 85
Reporting Sexual Assault ....................................................................... 86
Medical and Psychological Support Services ........................................ 86
Disciplinary and/or Legal Actions .......................................................... 87
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Telephone Calls ..................................................................................... 88
Lost and Found ...................................................................................... 88
Pets on Campus ..................................................................................... 88
Walking Track ........................................................................................ 88
Smoking Policy ....................................................................................... 88
Inclement Weather................................................................................ 88
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ............................................. 90
Information Technology Resources Acceptable Use Policy ................... 90
Intellectual Property Rights ................................................................... 91
ACADEMIC POLICIES AND PROCEDURES .............................. 95
Academic Advising ................................................................... 95
Academic Freedom and Integrity .............................................. 95
College General Education Requirements ................................. 96
Alternative Methods for Achieving Course Credit...................... 97
Credit by Examination ........................................................................... 97
ACA Credit by Exam ............................................................................... 98
Advanced Placement ............................................................................. 98
Approved AP Courses ............................................................................ 98
College Credit for College Tech Prep Students ...................................... 99
Credit for Experiential Learning ............................................................. 99
Credit for Military Training .................................................................. 100
Academic Petition/Course Substitution .............................................. 100
Course Prerequisite Waiver ................................................................. 100
Special Course Enrollment ...................................................... 101
Enrollment in Courses Unique to Concentration Programs ................ 101
Independent Study .............................................................................. 101
Auditing Courses .................................................................................. 101
External Instruction ............................................................................. 102
Course Load ........................................................................... 102
Classification of Students ....................................................... 102
Attendance Procedures .......................................................... 102
Entry into Courses ............................................................................... 102
Attendance .......................................................................................... 103
Schedule of Last Class Sessions ........................................................... 103
Grading Policies and Procedures............................................. 104
Grading ................................................................................................ 104
Grade Categories for Completing a Course ......................................... 104
Grade Categories for Not Completing a Course .................................. 104
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Removing Incomplete “I” Grades ........................................................ 105
Grade Point Average ........................................................................... 106
Course Repetition ............................................................................... 106
Inter-Curricular Transfer of Credit ...................................................... 107
Course Change Procedures ..................................................... 107
Drop/Add Procedure ........................................................................... 107
Instructor-Initiated Drop or Withdrawal ............................................. 108
Withdrawal from a Course, Program, or the College .......................... 109
Change of Major, Re-entry, and Readmission .......................... 109
Change of Major.................................................................................. 109
Re-entry into a Program ...................................................................... 110
Academic Forgiveness ......................................................................... 110
Academic Progress ................................................................. 111
Academic Probation and Suspension .................................................. 111
Academic Progress Policy for Students Receiving Financial Aid 112
Treatment of Selected Grades ................................................ 113
Withdrawals/Drops ............................................................................. 113
Incomplete and Failing Grades ........................................................... 114
Transfer Credit .................................................................................... 114
Audit and Never Attend ...................................................................... 114
Repeat Courses ................................................................................... 114
Credit by Exam .................................................................................... 114
Experiential Learning .......................................................................... 114
Developmental Courses ...................................................................... 115
Clock Hour Programs ........................................................................... 115
Complete Academic Record ................................................................ 115
Financial Aid Eligibility Status ................................................. 116
Eligibility Status ................................................................................... 116
Financial Aid Warning ......................................................................... 116
Financial Aid Suspension ..................................................................... 116
Financial Aid Probation ....................................................................... 116
Financial Aid Termination ................................................................... 116
Warning Near Maximum Time Frame ................................................. 117
Maximum Time Frame ........................................................................ 117
Notification of Financial Aid Warning, Suspension, Probation,
Terminated, Warning Near Maximum Time Frame, or
Maximum Time Frame ................................................................. 117
Regaining Eligibility ............................................................................. 117
Appeal of Satisfactory Academic Progress Standards ......................... 117
Appeal Process .................................................................................... 118
Progress Appeal Request Form ........................................................... 118
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Academic Progress of Health Sciences and Nursing ................. 119
Academic Progress Standards for Health Science Programs ............... 119
Academic Progress Standards for Nursing Programs .......................... 119
Academic Progress Standards for Therapeutic Massage Program ...... 119
Recognition of Outstanding Academic Performance................ 119
President’s List ..................................................................................... 119
Dean’s List............................................................................................ 120
Honors Graduates................................................................................ 120
Resources for Learning and Support ....................................... 120
Disability Services ................................................................................ 120
Distance Learning Students ................................................................. 121
Information Technology Resources ..................................................... 121
Katharine L. Boyd Library ..................................................................... 121
Learning Resource Computer Lab ....................................................... 122
Men of Valor and Excellence (M.O.V.E.) ............................................. 122
Project Promise ................................................................................... 122
Student Success Center ....................................................................... 123
Testing ................................................................................................. 123
Tutorial Services .................................................................................. 123
UNIVERSITY STUDIES PROGRAM ........................................124
Associate’s Degree Requirements ........................................... 125
General Education Core ....................................................................... 125
Other Required Hours ......................................................................... 125
Transfer Core Diploma......................................................................... 125
Pre-Major Agreements ........................................................................ 125
University Studies Transfer Course List ............................................... 126
Transfer Core Diploma Program ............................................. 127
Associate in Arts Transfer Core Diploma (D10100) ............................. 127
Associate in Science Transfer Core Diploma (D10400) ........................ 129
Associate in Arts Degree Requirements (A10100).................... 131
Associate in Arts Course Sequence Example ....................................... 133
Associate in Science Degree Requirements (A10400) .............. 134
Associate in Science Course Sequence Example ................................. 137
Associate in Fine Arts in Art Degree Requirements (A1020A) ... 138
Associate in Fine Arts in Art Course Sequence Example ..................... 140
Associate in Fine Arts in Music and Music Education Degree
Requirements (A1020D) ................................................... 141
Associate in Fine Arts in Music and Music Education Course
Sequence Example ....................................................................... 143
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APPLIED SCIENCE PROGRAMS ............................................ 145
Applied Science Advisory Committees ................................................ 145
Associate in Applied Science Degree Requirements ........................... 145
Diploma Programs ............................................................................... 146
Certificate Programs ........................................................................... 147
APPLIED SCIENCE PROGRAMS OF STUDY ............................ 148
Accounting............................................................................. 148
Accounting (A25100) ........................................................................... 148
Accounting (D25100) .......................................................................... 149
Certified Bookkeeper (C25100) ........................................................... 150
Architectural Technology ....................................................... 150
Architectural Technology (A40100) .................................................... 151
Architectural Technology (C40100)..................................................... 152
Associate Degree in Nursing ................................................... 152
Associate Degree Nursing (A45110) .................................................... 153
Automotive Systems Technology ............................................ 154
Automotive Systems Technology (A60160) ........................................ 154
Automotive Systems Technology (D60160) ........................................ 156
Automotive Systems Technology (D60160) ........................................ 156
Automotive Systems Technology (C60160) ........................................ 157
Baking and Pastry Arts ........................................................... 158
Baking and Pastry Arts (A55130) ......................................................... 158
Baking and Pastry Arts (C55130) ......................................................... 159
Basic Law Enforcement Training ............................................. 159
Basic Law Enforcement Training (C55120) .......................................... 160
Business Administration ......................................................... 160
Business Administration (A25120) ...................................................... 161
Business Administration (C25120B) .................................................... 162
Business Administration (C25120) ...................................................... 163
Business Administration (C25120S) .................................................... 163
Civil Engineering Technology .................................................. 164
Civil Engineering Technology (A40140) ............................................... 165
Civil Engineering Technology (C40140) ............................................... 166
Collision Repair & Refinishing Technology ............................... 166
Collision Repair & Refinishing Technology (D60130) .......................... 167
Collision Repair & Refinishing Technology (C60130) .......................... 168
Computer Engineering Technology ......................................... 168
Computer Engineering Technology (A40160) ..................................... 169
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Computer Engineering Technology (D40160C) ................................... 170
Computer Engineering Technology (C40160) ...................................... 171
Computer Engineering Technology (C40160A) ................................... 171
Computer Engineering Technology (C40160B) .................................... 171
Computer Engineering Technology (C40160C) .................................... 172
Computer Engineering Technology (C40160F) .................................... 172
Computer Engineering Technology (C40160G) ................................... 172
Computer Engineering Technology (C40160NN) ................................. 172
Computer Engineering Technology (C40160S) .................................... 173
Computer Programming ......................................................... 173
Computer Programming (A25130) ...................................................... 173
Cosmetology .......................................................................... 175
Cosmetology (A55140) ........................................................................ 175
Cosmetology (D55140) ........................................................................ 176
Cosmetology (C55140) ........................................................................ 177
Criminal Justice Technology ................................................... 177
Criminal Justice Technology (A55180) ................................................. 178
Criminal Justice Technology (A55180) ................................................. 179
Culinary Arts .......................................................................... 180
Culinary Arts (A55150)......................................................................... 181
Culinary Arts (C55150) ......................................................................... 182
Digital Media Technology ....................................................... 182
Digital Media Technology (A25210) .................................................... 182
Digital Media (C25210DM) .................................................................. 184
Print Design (C25210PD) ..................................................................... 185
Web Content Management (C25210C1) ............................................. 185
Web Design (C25210D) ........................................................................ 186
Early Childhood Education ..................................................... 187
Early Childhood Education (A55220) ................................................... 187
Early Childhood Education (C55220IT) ................................................ 188
Early Childhood Education (C55220PS) ............................................... 188
Early Childhood Education (C55220S) ................................................. 189
Early Childhood Education (C55220A) ................................................. 189
Emergency Medical Science ................................................... 189
Emergency Medical Science (A45340) ................................................ 190
Emergency Medical Science Bridging .................................................. 191
Geomatics Technology (Surveying) ......................................... 191
Geomatics Technology (A40420) ......................................................... 192
Geomatics Technology (C40420) ......................................................... 193
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Golf Course Management ....................................................... 194
Golf Course Management (A15230) ................................................... 194
Health and Fitness Science ..................................................... 195
Health and Fitness Science (A45630) .................................................. 195
Health Information Technology .............................................. 196
Pitt CC/Sandhills CC Partner Program ................................................. 197
Health Information Technology (A45360) .......................................... 197
Hospitality Management ........................................................ 198
Hospitality Management (A25110) ..................................................... 199
Human Services Technology ................................................... 200
Human Services Technology (A45380) ................................................ 200
Human Services Technology Substance Abuse Concentration
(A4538E) ....................................................................................... 201
Landscape Gardening ............................................................. 202
Landscape Gardening (A15260) .......................................................... 203
Landscape Gardening (C15260) .......................................................... 204
Medical Laboratory Technology .............................................. 204
Medical Laboratory Technology (A45420) .......................................... 205
Medical Office Administration ................................................ 206
Medical Office Administration (A25310) ............................................ 206
Medical Office Administration (C25310C)........................................... 207
Networking Technology ......................................................... 208
Networking Technology (A25340) ...................................................... 208
Networking Fundamentals (D25340) .................................................. 209
Networking Technology (C25340C)..................................................... 210
Networking Technology (C25340S) ..................................................... 210
Nursing Assistant ................................................................... 211
Nursing Assistant (C45480) ................................................................. 211
Office Administration ............................................................. 212
Office Administration (A25370) .......................................................... 212
Ophthalmic Medical Assistant ................................................ 213
Ophthalmic Medical Assistant (D45510) ............................................. 213
Physical Therapist Assistant ................................................... 214
Physical Therapist Assistant (A45620) ................................................ 215
Polysomnography .................................................................. 216
Polysomnography (A45670) ................................................................ 216
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Practical Nursing .................................................................... 217
Practical Nursing (D45660) .................................................................. 217
Radiography .......................................................................... 218
Radiography (A45700) ......................................................................... 218
Respiratory Therapy .............................................................. 219
Respiratory Therapy (A45720) ............................................................. 220
Simulation and Game Development ....................................... 220
Simulation and Game Development (A25450) .................................... 221
Simulation & Gaming (C25450) ........................................................... 222
Surgical Technology ............................................................... 222
Surgical Technology (A45740) ............................................................. 223
Surgical Technology (D45740) ............................................................. 224
Surveying Technology (See Geomatics) ................................... 225
Therapeutic Massage ............................................................. 225
Therapeutic Massage (A45750) ........................................................... 225
Therapeutic Massage (D45750) ........................................................... 226
GENERAL DEGREE PROGRAMS ...........................................227
Associate in General Education .............................................. 227
Associate in General Education (A10300) Requirements .................... 227
General Occupational Technology .......................................... 228
Associate in Applied Science in General Occupational Technology
(A55280) Requirements ............................................................... 229
COLLEGE PROGRAMS FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS ...........231
College Transfer Pathways ..................................................... 231
Business and Economics Pathway (P1012B)........................................ 231
Engineering and Mathematics (P1042B) ............................................. 232
Humanities and Social Science Pathway (P1012A) .............................. 232
Life and Health Sciences (P1042A) ...................................................... 232
Career Technical Pathways ..................................................... 233
Architectural Technology – Traditional Diploma (D40100HS) ............. 233
Architectural Technology – Advanced Technology Diploma
(D40100HS2) ................................................................................ 233
Automotive Systems Technology Diploma (D60160HS) ...................... 234
Civil Engineering Technology Diploma (D40140HS) ............................ 234
Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology Certificate (C60130HS).. 235
Cosmetology Certificate (C55140HS) .................................................. 235
Criminal Justice Technology Certificate (C55180HS) ........................... 235
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Culinary Arts Certificate (C55150HS) .................................................. 235
Digital Media Technology Certificate (C25210HS) .............................. 236
Emergency Medical Science Diploma (D45340HS) ............................. 236
Hospitality Management Diploma (D2510HS) .................................... 236
Landscape Gardening Diploma (D15260HS2) ..................................... 237
Early College Benefits ............................................................. 237
CONTINUING EDUCATION ................................................. 238
Admission ............................................................................................ 238
Registration ......................................................................................... 238
Fees ..................................................................................................... 238
Location of Classes .............................................................................. 239
Continuing Education Units (CEUs) ..................................................... 239
Scholarships ........................................................................................ 239
Student Records .................................................................................. 239
Transcripts ........................................................................................... 239
Course Repetition Policy ..................................................................... 239
CONTINUING EDUCATION PROGRAMS............................... 240
D.L. “Doc” Furches Center for Lifelong Learning ...................... 240
College and Career Readiness (Basic Skills)......................................... 240
Adult Basic Education (ABE) ................................................................ 240
High School Equivalency Program (GED Diploma) .............................. 240
Adult High School (AHS) ...................................................................... 241
English as a Second Language (ESL) .................................................... 241
Family Literacy .................................................................................... 241
Workplace Literacy ............................................................................. 241
SUCCEED ............................................................................................. 241
Robert H. Dedman, Sr. Center for Business Leadership ............ 242
Career Training Programs (Professional Development) ...................... 242
Medical Careers/Allied Health ............................................................ 242
Customized Training Program ............................................................. 243
Small Business Center ......................................................................... 243
Technology Training Program (Computer Programs) ......................... 243
Career Development Program (Human Resources Development) ..... 243
Career Readiness Assessment Center ................................................. 244
C. Harlan McCaskill Center ..................................................... 244
Public Safety Programs ....................................................................... 244
Emergency Medical Services ............................................................... 244
Fire and Rescue Training ..................................................................... 244
Law Enforcement Training .................................................................. 244
Creative Living Programs (Community Service Education Programs) . 245
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CURRICULUM COURSE DESCRIPTIONS ................................246
How to Read the Course Description .................................................. 246
Student Learning Outcomes ................................................................ 246
Semester Hours of Credit .................................................................... 246
Course Prerequisites and Corequisites ................................................ 247
Course Placement Guide ........................................................ 248
Course Descriptions by Course Discipline Prefix ...................... 253
ACA Academic Related ........................................................................ 253
ACC Accounting ................................................................................... 253
ANT Anthropology ............................................................................... 256
ARC Architectural Technology ............................................................. 257
ART Art................................................................................................. 259
AST Astronomy .................................................................................... 263
AUB Automotive Body Repair.............................................................. 263
AUT Automotive .................................................................................. 266
BAF Banking and Finance .................................................................... 269
BIO Biology .......................................................................................... 270
BPA Baking and Pastry Arts ................................................................. 274
BPR Blueprint Reading ......................................................................... 275
BUS Business........................................................................................ 275
CEG Civil Engineering and Geomatics .................................................. 278
CET Computer Engineering Technology .............................................. 280
CHM Chemistry .................................................................................... 280
CIS Information Systems ...................................................................... 282
CIV Civil Engineering ............................................................................ 283
CJC Criminal Justice ............................................................................. 285
COE Cooperative Education ................................................................. 288
COM Communication .......................................................................... 296
COS Cosmetology ................................................................................ 297
CSC Computer Science ......................................................................... 299
CST Construction ................................................................................. 301
CTS Computer Information Technology .............................................. 301
CUL Culinary ........................................................................................ 302
DBA Database Management Technology ............................................ 305
DMA Developmental Mathematics ..................................................... 305
DME Digital Media Technology ........................................................... 307
DRA Drama .......................................................................................... 309
ECM Electronic Business ...................................................................... 310
ECO Economics .................................................................................... 311
EDU Education ..................................................................................... 312
EGR Engineering .................................................................................. 316
ELC Electricity ...................................................................................... 318
ELN Electronics .................................................................................... 318
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EMS Emergency Medical Science ........................................................ 319
ENG English ......................................................................................... 323
FRE French........................................................................................... 327
GCM Golf Course Management .......................................................... 329
GEL Geology ........................................................................................ 330
GEO Geography ................................................................................... 330
GRA Graphic Arts................................................................................. 331
GRD Graphic Design ............................................................................ 331
GRO Gerontology ................................................................................ 332
HEA Health .......................................................................................... 332
HIS History ........................................................................................... 333
HIT Health Information ....................................................................... 334
HOR Horticulture ................................................................................. 337
HRM Hotel and Restaurant Management........................................... 340
HSE Human Services ............................................................................ 343
HUM Humanities ................................................................................. 344
LSG Landscape Gardening ................................................................... 347
MAT Mathematics ............................................................................... 349
MED Medical Terminology .................................................................. 352
MKT Marketing and Retailing.............................................................. 353
MLT Medical Laboratory Technology .................................................. 353
MTH Massage Therapy ....................................................................... 356
MUS Music .......................................................................................... 357
NAS Nursing Assistant ......................................................................... 366
NET Networking Technology ............................................................... 366
NOS Network Operating System ......................................................... 368
NUR Nursing ........................................................................................ 369
OPH Opticianry .................................................................................... 371
OST Office Systems Technology .......................................................... 373
PED Physical Education ....................................................................... 377
PHI Philosophy .................................................................................... 387
PHY Physics ......................................................................................... 388
POL Political Science ........................................................................... 390
PSF Health and Fitness Science ........................................................... 391
PSG Polysomnography ........................................................................ 392
PSY Psychology .................................................................................... 394
PTA Physical Therapy .......................................................................... 398
RAD Radiography ................................................................................ 400
RCP Respiratory Care .......................................................................... 403
RCT Race Car Technology .................................................................... 405
REL Religion ......................................................................................... 406
SAB Substance Abuse .......................................................................... 407
SEC Information Systems Security ...................................................... 408
SGD Simulation and Game Development ........................................... 409
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SOC Sociology ...................................................................................... 412
SPA Spanish ......................................................................................... 413
SRV Surveying ...................................................................................... 416
SST Sustainability Technologies ........................................................... 417
SUR Surgical Technology ..................................................................... 417
TRF Turfgrass Management ................................................................. 419
WEB Web Technologies ....................................................................... 420
COLLEGE PERSONNEL .........................................................424
Board of Trustees ................................................................................ 424
Office of the President ........................................................................ 424
Office of the Provost............................................................................ 424
Office of the Executive Vice President/Administrative Services ......... 425
Department Chairs .............................................................................. 425
Faculty ................................................................................................. 425
Distinguished Professors ..................................................................... 436
Adjunct Faculty .................................................................................... 437
Audiovisual/Campus Services .............................................................. 439
Buildings and Grounds Maintenance .................................................. 439
Business Office and Finance ................................................................ 439
Campus Police and Public Safety ......................................................... 440
Continuing Education Division ............................................................. 440
High School Liaisons ............................................................................ 440
Hoke County Center ............................................................................ 441
Human Resources ................................................................................ 441
Information Services ............................................................................ 441
Instructional Support ........................................................................... 441
Landscape Gardening Support ............................................................ 441
Learning Resources .............................................................................. 442
Planning and Research ........................................................................ 442
Project Promise – Student Support Services Grant ............................. 442
Minority Male Mentoring NCCCS Grant .............................................. 442
Student Services Division..................................................................... 442
COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS ...............................................444
Civil Rights Act of 1964 ........................................................................ 444
Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 .................................. 445
Age Discrimination Act of 1975 ........................................................... 445
Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 ....................................... 445
Hepatitis B Vaccine Policy .................................................................... 445
Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 ................................ 445
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 ..................................... 446
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 ............................. 446
Drug-Free Workplace Act and the Drug-Free Schools &
Communities Act of 1988 ............................................................. 447
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Student Right-to-Know, the Campus Crime and Security Act, and
the Jeanne Clery Act .................................................................... 450
IPEDS Graduation Rate ........................................................................ 450
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)................................................. 451
Procedure for Complaints of Discrimination ....................................... 451
Constitution and Citizenship Day ........................................................ 451
Public Complaints ................................................................................ 451
Procedure for Responding to Public Complaints ................................ 452
INDEX ............................................................................... 454
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ACADEMIC CALENDARS
2013-2014 Academic Calendar
Fall Semester 2013
August 14 Wednesday Faculty/Staff Meetings or Faculty Retreat
August 15 Thursday Registration
August 19 Monday First Day of Classes
August 20 Tuesday Add Period Ends
September 2-3 Monday-Tuesday Labor Day Holiday
October 14-15 Monday-Tuesday Fall Break
October 30 Wednesday Drop Period Ends
November 4 Monday Spring Semester Priority Registration
November 11 Monday Veterans Day Holiday
November 27-29 Wednesday-Friday Thanksgiving Holidays
December 12-17 Thursday-Tuesday Final Exam Period
December 17 Tuesday Semester Ends
Spring Semester 2014
January 9 Thursday Registration
January 13 Monday First Day of Classes
January 14 Tuesday Add Period Ends
January 20 Monday Dr. Martin Luther King Holiday
March 10-14 Monday-Friday Spring Break
March 27 Thursday Drop Period Ends
To be announced *** Summer and Fall Priority Registration
April 21-22 Monday-Tuesday Easter Holiday
May 8-13 Thursday-Tuesday Final Exam Period
May 13 Tuesday Semester Ends
May 17 Saturday Commencement
Summer Semester 2014
May 19 Monday Registration Summer & Fall
May 26 Monday Memorial Day Holiday
June 9-13 Monday-Friday SCC Closed – U.S. Open
June 30 Monday Registration C Summer & Fall
July 4 Friday Independence Day Holiday
Classes Last Day Last Day
Session Begin End To Add To Drop
Full Session May 20 July 31 May 21 July 8
1st Half May 20 June 26 May 21 June 16
2nd Half July 1 July 31 July 2 July 21
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2014-2015 Proposed Academic Calendar
(Subject to change; not official until approved in spring 2014)
Fall Semester 2014
August 13 Wednesday Faculty/Staff Meetings or Faculty Retreat
August 14 Thursday Registration
August 18 Monday First Day of Classes
August 19 Tuesday Add Period Ends
September 1 Monday Labor Day Holiday
October 13-15 Monday-Wednesday Fall Break
To be announced *** Drop Period Ends
To be announced *** Spring Semester Priority Registration
November 11 Tuesday Veterans Day Holiday
November 26-28 Wednesday-Friday Thanksgiving Holidays
December 11-16 Final Exam Period
December 16 Tuesday Semester Ends
Spring Semester 2015
January 8 Thursday Registration
January 12 Monday First Day of Classes
January 13 Tuesday Add Period Ends
January 19 Monday Dr. Martin Luther King Holiday
March 9-13 Monday-Friday Spring Break
To be announced *** Drop Period Ends
To be announced *** Summer and Fall Priority Registration
April 6-7 Monday-Tuesday Easter Holiday
May 7-12 Thursday-Tuesday Final Exam Period
May 12 Tuesday Semester Ends
May 16 Saturday Commencement
Summer Semester 2015
May 25 Monday Memorial Day Holiday
May 26 Tuesday Registration Summer & Fall
June 29 Monday Registration C Summer & Fall
July 3 Friday Independence Day Holiday
Classes Last Day Last Day
Session Begin End To Add To Drop
Full Session May 27 July 30 May 28 July 7
1st Half May 27 June 25 May 28 June 15
2nd Half June 30 July 30 July 1 July 20
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COLLEGE MISSION AND PROGRAMS
College History
Sandhills Community College was established in December 1963 under
authority of the 1963 State Community College Act. Following the
leadership of Representative H. Clifton Blue, Moore County citizens
petitioned the State Board of Education for approval to establish a
community college in the county and voted overwhelmingly for a one
million dollar bond issue for construction and a tax levy for operation and
maintenance of facilities. Before the end of 1963, a board of trustees had
been named, an organizational meeting held, an architect selected, and Dr.
Raymond Stone chosen as first President of the College.
In 1964, construction of facilities began on land given for the campus by
Mrs. Mary Luman Meyer of Pinehurst. Temporary college offices were
located in downtown Southern Pines. Classes began on October 1, 1965, in
nine scattered locations.
Following Dr. Stone’s retirement in 1989, Dr. John R. Dempsey was
selected to serve as President of the College.
The College’s main campus in Moore County has expanded significantly
since the 1960s. Little Hall, a facility for culinary technology and the
engineering and computer programs, and Dempsey Student Center opened in
2006. In addition, Steed Hall, home of the Landscape Gardening program,
opened in 2010 to replace its former home, Huette Hall. Logan Hall, a
36,000 square-foot general purpose office and classroom building, opened in
2012. Blue Hall, one of the earlier structures on campus, underwent a major
renovation in 2012 and is now the home to Counseling Services, Institutional
Effectiveness, Basic Law Enforcement Training, and Health and Fitness
Technology classes. The 2012 opening of a new maintenance building
allowed the old maintenance facility to become the focal point of Continuing
Education trades programs.
The College’s presence and capabilities are also growing at the Hoke County
Center in Raeford, where a third classroom building opened in fall 2010 to
house the SandHoke Early College High School, adding to Johnson and
Upchurch Halls, in which Continuing Education and Curriculum classes are
provided to Hoke County citizens. Mobile classroom cottages were added in
spring 2013 to house an expansion of the SandHoke Early College High
School.
Sandhills has been fortunate in attracting a highly competent faculty and
staff. Experienced faculty members bring to the classroom a spirit of
dedication to teaching and a willingness to advise students in course
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selection and academic planning. Professional counselors provide assistance
with admissions, counseling, financial aid, and student life.
Mission Statement
The Mission of Sandhills Community College is to provide educational
opportunities of the highest quality to all the people of the Sandhills.
What We Believe…
The college is committed to the five core values of INTEGRITY,
HELPFULNESS, EXCELLENCE, RESPECT, and OPPORTUNITY. These
values guide and direct Sandhills Community College as it seeks:
 To welcome students of all ability levels and to provide programs
that prepare them for employment or for transfer;
 To provide training for local businesses and to contribute
constructively to the economic well-being of the region;
 To contribute to the cultural and artistic richness of the community,
and to the educational needs of our retired population;
 To create a campus environment that celebrates its faculty and staff,
and contributes to their personal and professional development.
College Goals
1. For-Credit Academic Programs
To educate students for professional and personal opportunities by
providing technical and transfer programs that include distinct
general education competencies and to offer these programs
through a variety of course delivery modes;
2. Support Services
To provide comprehensive student and academic support programs
that help students meet their career, academic, and personal goals.
3. Access and Opportunity
To ensure access and opportunity for students who are
underprepared for college-level work through developmental
studies and adult literacy programs; to prepare students for
employment and/or for collegiate studies; and to promote student
learning and success through various course delivery modes in
credit and noncredit courses.
4. Economic Development
To provide the training needed to help recruit businesses to our
community and to drive entrepreneurial growth; to promote
workplace learning; to enable local businesses to become more
productive; and to provide credit and noncredit courses and
programs that enable students to become competitive contenders for
employment opportunities.
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5. Campus and Community Life
To provide opportunities for student involvement, cultural
enrichment, life-long learning, and community service while
honoring our core values.
6. Campus Resources
To ensure that the college has the necessary financial, human,
technological, and physical resources, including having funds to
advance the excellence of its programs; hiring faculty and staff of
the highest quality who reflect its diverse community and exhibit its
core values; providing appropriate technology; and ensuring that the
campus is clean, safe, and beautiful.
Sandhills Community College is a comprehensive community college
chartered in 1963 and is a member of the North Carolina Community
College System. The Sandhills Community College mission statement and
supporting goals were revised and approved by the Board of Trustees in
October 2011.
Core Values at Sandhills Community College
Integrity
Sandhills treats its students, faculty, and staff fairly and stands behind the
commitments that are stated or implied in its policy documents and
promotional materials. The College demands academic work that is honest
and rigorous and that meets the expectations of employers and
baccalaureate-level institutions.
Helpfulness
The faculty and staff of Sandhills are genuinely and eagerly helpful to the
College’s students and to each other. Going the extra mile is expected
behavior at Sandhills.
Excellence
Sandhills provides educational programs of the highest quality and then
provides the support necessary to promote student success. Similarly, the
College employs faculty and staff who are exceptionally well-qualified to
promote educational excellence and, in addition, encourages and supports
them in the performance of their jobs.
Respect
The atmosphere of Sandhills Community College is one of respect,
friendliness, and civility—values that are taught to students by the way in
which faculty and staff interact with them and with each other.
Opportunity
Opportunity is at the core of Sandhills’ mission. The College provides
educational opportunities to the students who enter through its open doors,
opportunities for growth to the area’s businesses and lifelong learners, and
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opportunities for professional and personal development to its faculty and
staff.
Performance Measures and Standards, 2012-2013
North Carolina Community College System
The most recent data are from the North Carolina Community College
System from April 2013.
Developmental Student Success Rate in College-Level English Courses
 Percentage of previous developmental English and/or reading
students who successfully complete a credit English course with a
“C” or better upon the first attempt (within one year of
developmental completion).
 Data Source: CRPFAR student record report
 System Mean: 63.7% SCC Performance: 61.6%
Developmental Student Success Rate in College-Level Math Courses
 Percentage of previous developmental math students who
successfully complete a credit math course with a “C” or better
upon the first attempt (within one year of developmental
completion).
 Data Source: CRPFAR student record report
 System Mean: 64.8% SCC Performance: 54.6%
First Year Progression
 Percentage of first-time fall credential-seeking students attempting
at least twelve hours within their first academic year who
successfully complete (“C” or better) at least twelve of those hours.
 Data Source: CRPFAR student record report
 System Mean: 67.8% SCC Performance:65.8 %
Licensure and Certification Passing Rate
 Aggregate institutional passing rate of first time test-takers on
licensure and certification exams. Exams included in this measure
are state mandated exams for which candidates must pass before
becoming active practitioners.
 Data Source: Licensing agencies
 System Mean: 85.2% SCC Performance: 92.6%
College Transfer Performance
 Percent of overall GPA of 2.0+ after two consecutive semesters
within an academic year at NC four-year institution.
 Data Source: UNC-General Administration
 System Mean: 87.6% SCC Performance: 87.8%
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Curriculum Completion
 Percentage of first-time fall credential-seeking students who
graduate, transfer, or are still enrolled with 36 hours after six years.
 Data Source: CRPFAR student record report and National Student
Clearinghouse
 System Mean: 41.6% SCC Performance: 39.5%
Basic Skills Students Progress
 Description revision pending State Board approval
 Data Source: LEIS
 System Mean: 41.0% SCC Performance: 26.0%
GED Diploma Passing Rate
 Description revision pending State Board approval
 Data Source: LEIS
 System Mean: 71.1% SCC Performance: 60.6%
Campus Services
Bookstore
Students can purchase textbooks, school supplies, sportswear, and other
accessories at the college bookstore located in the Dempsey Student Center.
Students may also locate course textbook selection information and ISBN
online at sandhills.bncollege.com. Bookstore hours of operation are posted
online at sandhills.bncollege.com and posted in the Dempsey Center. During
the add/drop period, the bookstore will keep hours comparable to those of
day and evening registration.
Cafeteria
The Sandhills cafeteria, located in the Dempsey Student Center, offers a
quality assortment of reasonably priced breakfast and lunch items for
students, employees, and visitors. Food sales are supplemented by vending
machine selections. For special college events, the cafeteria provides
professional catering services.
Disability Services
The College strives to provide an equal educational opportunity to all
applicants and encourages students with disabilities to enroll. The College
makes every effort to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act, and
reasonable accommodations will be made for all who demonstrate a
documented legitimate need. The campus is largely barrier-free and
accessible. Faculty and staff are available to assist where feasible. Students
in need of special assistance should contact the Director of Disability
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Services in Van Dusen Hall 213B at their earliest convenience. The
“Compliance” section of this Catalog provides more information.
SCC Website
Interested parties may visit the Sandhills Community College website at
www.sandhills.edu for a wide range of information about the college and its
services. Visitors to the website will find class schedules, admissions and
registration information for both college credit and continuing education
classes, and information pages for academic and extension departments and
programs. The SCC homepage also provides links to information about
student resources and library services. A calendar of upcoming events and
new articles related to the college are also accessible from the site.
Students can access the MySCC student portal—myscc.sandhills.edu—from
a link on the Sandhills home page. The MySCC page provides students a
one-stop shop to various resources at the college including online course
access, Web Advisor, student email, library, and other student resources.
Instructional Programs and Delivery
College credit and non-credit classes and programs are offered for citizens
with varied educational needs and backgrounds using traditional (classroom)
settings and non-traditional (ITV, hybrid and distance learning) instructional
methods. Courses are taught day and evening throughout the year on and off
the main campus.
Credit Programs
University Studies Program
Courses that lead to the Associate in Arts, Associate in Fine Arts, and
Associate in Science degrees are offered at the freshmen and sophomore
levels. Credits earned in college transfer courses may be transferred to senior
colleges and universities where students may pursue a program of study
leading to a baccalaureate degree. Students may also apply for the Transfer
Core Diploma for Arts or Sciences, which indicates the students’ completion
of the 44 Core Hours required of all students in pursuit of a bachelor’s
degree at the university level. Advisors assist students in selecting courses
that will be appropriate for baccalaureate degree programs at senior
institutions.
Applied Science Programs
Two-year programs are offered leading to the Associate in Applied Science
degree. These programs are comprised of specialized and related courses
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required for successful employment in business, industry, health,
horticulture, and service occupations.
Diploma Programs
One-year diploma programs are offered, leading to employment in health,
business, industry, and service occupations. These programs include
occupational specialty and related courses selected to give students the
knowledge and skills needed for successful employment.
Certificate Options
Several of the occupational education programs have a certificate option that
includes specialized courses but omits related and general education courses.
Students who complete these programs are awarded a program certificate.
Students not seeking a college degree, diploma, or certificate may enroll in
selected occupational courses as long as the specific course prerequisites are
met.
General Education Program
The College offers a non-transferable general education degree for students
who want a more flexible two-year college degree. General education
students are assisted in the selection of courses that will meet their own
special needs and are awarded the Associate in General Education degree
upon completion of the program requirements.
General Occupational Program
The General Occupational Technology degree curriculum provides students
the opportunity to upgrade skills and to earn an associate degree, diploma,
and/or certificate by taking courses suited for individual occupational
interests and/or needs. Special criteria must be met as described later in this
Catalog.
Developmental Education
Students whose placement test scores reveal a need to strengthen English,
mathematics, reading, or study skills should enter developmental/pre-curriculum
courses. These offerings are designed to prepare students for
entrance into and success in curriculum programs.
Students who need more than one developmental course may wish to register
for a learning community, a block of prerequisite courses taught by a team of
instructors and supported by tutoring, counseling, and off-campus learning
experiences.
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Special Credit Courses
The College encourages the enrollment of students who are not seeking a
degree but wish to further their education by taking courses of special
interest. Courses may be audited or taken for college credit. However,
students can only request special credit status during the first 16 credit hours
of course work, at which time the student should declare a major and meet
enrollment requirements.
Continuing Education Programs (Non-Credit)
The Continuing Education Division offers a wide variety of courses designed
to meet the needs and interests of the citizens of Moore and Hoke Counties.
Through the Continuing Education Division, students may acquire basic
academic skills and general knowledge, train or retrain for employment, and
develop socially, culturally, and intellectually. Courses are offered on and
off campus to meet the expressed needs of adults who wish to continue their
education. The Continuing Education Division will award Continuing
Education Units (CEUs) for appropriate programs and courses. A complete
listing of the general programs offered begins in the “Continuing Education”
section of this Catalog.
Instructional Delivery
In addition to offering traditional classroom instruction, the College also
offers classes in non-traditional formats and at non-traditional times.
The College currently requires no additional fees related to verification of
student identification in online courses. The student’s identification is
verified through the LDAP Authentication system. Students enrolled in
online and hybrid classes establish their identification in this system when
they activate usernames and passwords at the start of their SCC experience.
Additional information related to online student support and procedures is
found in the Online Education at SCC guide that is available on the MySCC
page of the Sandhills website at MySCC.sandhills.edu.
Hybrid Courses
Hybrid courses combine Internet and traditional classroom instruction. A
designated portion of the class is delivered in a traditional classroom format,
and the remaining portion is delivered in the online environment. The
predetermined portions will vary according to the needs of the particular
class, program, or instructor. Hybrid courses are advertised in the class
schedules and are designated with an H in the section number. Students
enrolled in these classes must follow the regular admissions and registration
process, pay regular tuition and fees, and meet all course prerequisites.
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Evening/Weekend College
Evening/weekend courses are offered for students desiring to pursue degree,
diploma, or certificate programs as well as areas of special interest or self-improvement.
All student services are provided for evening students. The
Hybrid Evening College allows students to take two classes each evening in
the early part of the week to pursue a general education track that can lead to
the transfer diploma. The First Saturday Hybrid College provides students
face-to-face time with teaching faculty on the first Saturday of the semester
and the first Saturday of each month (unless a holiday requires an alternate
date) while still enjoying the flexibility of an online class. Students enrolled
in these classes must follow the regular admissions and registration process,
pay regular tuition and fees, and meet all course prerequisites.
Online Courses
Distance learning courses are delivered via the Internet using a learning
management system (Moodle). Online courses are asynchronous, meaning
that students are not required to be online at a specific time to take part in
course activities and most of the communication among students and
instructors does not take place in real time. Although there are no specific
access times, online courses are not self-paced. Students are required to log
into the course several times a week for the duration of the semester, and
they must also meet course deadlines specified by the instructor, as would be
the case in a traditional campus course. Online courses are identified in the
class schedules by an N in the section number. Students enrolled in these
classes must follow the regular admissions and registration process, pay
regular tuition and fees, and meet all course prerequisites. As noted earlier,
information related to online student support and procedures is found in the
Online Education at SCC guide available on the MySCC page of the website
at MySCC.sandhills.edu.
NC Information Highway Course Delivery
In some instances, the College can deliver select courses through the
information highway. Companion classrooms at the main campus and off-campus
sites allow proctored instructional delivery from an origin classroom
to remote sites to allow broader student access to course offerings.
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COLLEGE ADMISSION AND REGISTRATION
Admission to the General College
Sandhills Community College maintains an open-door admission policy for
high school graduates and others 16 or older who hold a high school
equivalency certificate (GED) or an adult high school diploma. Additionally,
those who are at least 18 years of age but who do not have a high school
diploma or equivalency may be accepted for admissions to an adult basic
education, GED, or adult high school program; students may also enroll in
continuing education classes or as a special, non-degree-seeking student.
Admission to the College does not guarantee placement into a specific
program of study.
Sandhills Community College reserves the right to deny admission or
readmission to students whose presence on campus is construed by the
administration as harmful or potentially harmful to Sandhills Community
College students, faculty, and/or staff. Students admitted to the College must
adhere to the Student Code of Conduct, which prohibits conduct that
significantly impairs the welfare or the educational opportunities of others in
the college community.
Exceptions to the admissions policy, including the U.S. Department of
Education Ability to Benefit provision, may be determined after a
conference with the Dean of Student Services.
Admission to Continuing Education
Detailed information regarding enrollment into Continuing Education
programs and courses is available in the “Continuing Education” section of
this Catalog.
Admission to Curriculum Education
Non-Degree-Seeking Student (Special and Visiting
Students)
Admission as a Special or Visiting Student requires the following:
 Submission of a completed official admissions application form.
 Submission of documentation supporting that any applicable course
prerequisites have been met or completion of the college placement
test with applicable satisfactory score(s).
Special students may register for courses if course prerequisites are met and
if space exists in the class. Further admission information concerning special
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and visiting students is available below in the “Student Classifications –
Guidelines for Admission” section.
Degree-Seeking Student
Admission to associate’s degree, diploma, and certain certificate programs
requires the following:
 Submission of a completed official admissions application form.
 Completion of the college placement test (details available in the
“Assessment” section below).
 Submission of an official high school transcript indicating
graduation with a diploma, a high school equivalency certificate
(GED), or an adult high school diploma.
 Submission of official college transcripts from all previously
attended institutions.
It is the responsibility of the student to make certain the required documents
are sent; however, the Student Services Division will provide guidance with
admissions and placement testing.
Further admission information concerning specific student populations is
available below in the “Student Classifications – Guidelines for Admission”
section.
Placement Testing
Placement testing is required for students who plan to enter an instructional
program; special students who enroll in English, mathematics, or other
restricted courses; and high school students taking college courses. The
placement test assesses academic abilities in the areas of reading, writing,
and mathematics. Placement test results are good for five (5) years and are
used by academic advisors to place students in the courses that are
appropriate to their academic needs.
Placement testing is conducted on demand through the Learning Resource
Computer Lab located in Boyd Library. Students requiring placement testing
will be issued a testing ticket upon admission to the college. Submission of
applicable SAT or ACT scores taken within five (5) years may exempt a
student from placement testing.
Students who do not achieve college level test scores may be advised to
enroll in developmental courses to prepare them for future program
placement. Students who do not make a satisfactory score on the placement
test may be allowed to retest. In addition, in some instances, students may
challenge a course by passing a departmental exam and earning Credit by
Exam (CE).
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Pre-Advising
Upon completion of the placement test, students will have the option of
meeting with a pre-advisor to discuss their placement results. Students will
also be informed of their faculty advisor assignment for future course
planning and curriculum guidance.
Program Placement
Students who desire to enter a specific instructional program and who meet
the testing and placement criteria will be placed in the program of their
choice as long as vacancies exist. Placement of qualified candidates into the
programs will be made according to the published program admission
requirements, which may include the date by which the candidates
successfully meet testing and placement criteria and the date by which all
required records are received by the college. Program placement
requirements and special program requirements are outlined on program
sheets that can be obtained in the Student Services Division.
Student Classifications – Guidelines for Admission
New Students
New students enrolling in curriculum classes must meet the admissions
requirements outlined above.
Readmitted Students
A student will maintain an active application status provided a break in
enrollment does not equal or exceed two years. Students returning after an
absence of two or more academic years and those students who applied but
never attended must be readmitted following this procedure:
 Complete an application for readmission.
 Submit transcripts from all regionally accredited colleges or
universities attended since applying to or attending Sandhills.
 Meet the admission and graduation requirements of the Catalog in
effect at the time of readmission.
Students who have not attended Sandhills Community College in at least
five years may be required to re-submit an official high school transcript
indicating graduation with a diploma, a high school equivalency certificate
(GED), or an adult high school diploma, as well as transcripts from all
regionally accredited colleges or universities previously attended. Re-
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admitting students may also be required to complete placement testing. The
Admissions Office will make this determination.
In addition, students changing from Special Student status to Degree Seeking
must submit a new admissions application and submit any required
documents to the Admissions Office to become eligible for readmission.
Foreign Students
Permanent Residents
Applicants must provide current valid documentation from the Citizenship
and Immigration Service (CIS) before being admitted and placed under
regular admissions policies.
Other Visas
Applicants must provide current valid documentation from the Citizenship
and Immigration Service (CIS) before being admitted—as allowed—and
placed under regular admissions policies
F-1 Visas
Applicants seeking an F-1 student visa must provide satisfactory academic
records and have a local sponsor. Other important factors are graduation
from a secondary school that is equivalent to secondary schools in the United
States. If EFL classes are not offered, applicants whose native language is
other than English must submit TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign
Language) scores as evidence of ability to use English at a level of
competence necessary for college work. (TOEFL test dates and further
details may be viewed at www.ets.org.) A minimum score of 520 is required
for the paper-based exam and 68 for the internet-based TOEFL exam.
Exceptions to the college policy may be granted in rare instances. Foreign
applicants should contact the Admissions Department at Sandhills
Community College for additional information. New international students
must report to the Admissions Department in Stone Hall Student Services
within 24 hours upon arrival to campus.
Undocumented Immigrants
According to North Carolina and federal legislation, community colleges are
responsible for ensuring that a student who is lawfully present in the U.S.
will always have priority for a space in a class or program of study over a
student who is not lawfully present in the U.S., if there are space limitations.
As such, Sandhills Community College follows these admission
requirements for undocumented immigrants:
 Colleges should neither enroll undocumented students into a class
or program of study for which there are waiting lists, nor should
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colleges register undocumented students for classes until the
conclusion of the last published registration period.
 Colleges shall admit an undocumented immigrant only if he or she
attended and graduated from a U.S. public high school, private high
school, or home school that operates in compliance with State or
local law. Undocumented immigrants with a GED diploma are not
considered to have "graduated from a U.S. public high school,
private high school, or home school" and therefore are not eligible
to be admitted to a community college. An undocumented
immigrant with a diploma from an Adult High School that is
located in the U.S. and operates or operated in compliance with
State or local law is eligible to be admitted to a community college.
 Undocumented immigrants may not be admitted into a program of
study that requires a professional license for admission since federal
law prohibits states from granting professional licenses to
undocumented immigrants.
 Undocumented immigrants will be charged out-of-state tuition
whether or not they reside in North Carolina.
Foreign College Transcripts
Foreign college transcripts must be translated into English with a
comprehensive course-by-course report before the Office of Records and
Registration at Sandhills will evaluate these documents for potential transfer
credits. Currently, World Educational Services, Inc. (WES) is the only
company from which Sandhills will accept comprehensive course-by-course
foreign college transcript reports.
Students must contact WES directly and instruct them to mail an official
report directly to Sandhills. Students also must request a course-by-course
evaluation. Document-by-document evaluations will not be accepted by
Sandhills for transfer credit. The Office of Records and Registration, 910-
695-3739, provides further information.
World Educational Services, Inc.
PO Box 745 Old Chelsea Station
New York, NY 10113-0745
Phone: 212-966-6311
Fax: 212-966-6395
Toll Free: 1-800-937-3895
Application forms: www.wes.org
Transfer Students
Transfer students must meet the same admission criteria as all new students.
In addition to submitting all other application materials, transfer students
must submit official transcripts of all post-secondary credits previously
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earned at other accredited institutions. Students will not be allowed to
register beyond their first semester unless all required transcripts are
received. These official transcripts become a part of the student’s permanent
record and cannot be sent to other institutions or returned to the student.
Sandhills Community College will consider granting credit for work done at
other regionally accredited institutions of higher education. Courses accepted
for transfer credit must parallel course offerings at Sandhills Community
College as determined by the Director of Records and Registration, the Dean
of Instruction, and/or the appropriate Department Chair. The Higher
Education Directory is used for verification that colleges are accredited. This
allows SCC to determine whether to accept transfer credits from that college.
Upon review of the approved transfer credits, the Director of Records and
Registration enters course information for any transferred classes into
Colleague. Transfer credits are indicated by TR in the student record. The
Director then files the official transcript from the accredited college in the
student’s permanent academic file. Courses approved to satisfy the NCCCS
Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core, pre-major or
elective course requirement will also be considered for acceptance as transfer
credit. Transfer credit may be allowed only for courses in which a student
has earned a grade of a “C” or higher. Transfer credit for master’s level
coursework is not transferrable. Any exception to this policy must be
approved by the Dean of Instruction.
A transfer student may be exempt from the placement test if appropriate
math and/or English courses have been completed with a grade of “C” or
better. The Director of Records and Registration will determine if placement
testing is required.
Special Students
Any high school graduate or anyone 18 years of age or older who does not
plan to earn a degree, diploma, or certificate but who wishes to enroll in a
college credit course may be admitted as a special student. Special students
may register for courses if course prerequisites are met and if space exists in
the class. A current SCC student’s registration may take precedence over a
special student’s registration. Exceptions to any of the above statements
must be approved by the Dean of Instruction.
Special students will be required to make a satisfactory score on the college
placement test or show proof of course completion with a college transcript
prior to enrolling in English, mathematics, or other restricted college-level
courses. Students who have not met one of these requirements will be
allowed to register only for ENG 075 and other non-restricted courses.
Special students are not eligible to receive financial aid or veterans benefits.
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After successfully completing 16 semester hours of course work, a special
student should meet with a counselor or with the Student Success Center
concerning possible placement into a curriculum. Upon a later decision to
pursue a degree, diploma, or certificate at Sandhills Community College, the
special student will be asked to fill out another application, submit proof of
high school graduation, and meet certain placement criteria.
Visiting Students
A visiting student is a student who is pursuing a degree at another institution
but who is taking courses at Sandhills Community College with the intent of
transferring credit for those courses to the home institution. A visiting
student will be classified as a special student and may register for courses
only if course prerequisites are met with supporting documentation and if
space exists in the classes. A current SCC student’s registration may take
precedence over a visiting student’s registration. A visiting student must
submit an official completed admissions application form and is encouraged
to obtain written permission with specific course information from the
institution from which graduation is planned.
Home-Schooled Degree-Seeking Students
Students who have graduated from a home school must provide the
following documentation for admission:
 A copy of the Certificate of Inspection issued by the State of North
Carolina, which will identify that the home school is listed with the
NC Division of Non-Public Education.
 A final high school transcript, which includes the official school
name and the principal’s signature. The transcript must also include
the graduation date and both the state and home school established
minimum scores required on a Nationally Standardized Test.
If the above criteria cannot be met, home school applicants may also elect to
take and pass the GED exam in lieu of a high school diploma.
Career and College Promise
Career and College Promise offers structured opportunities for qualified high
school juniors and seniors to enroll in community college courses. These
provide pathways that lead to a certificate, diploma, or degree as well as
provide entry-level jobs skills. Academic credits earned through Career and
College Promise shall enable students who continue into postsecondary
education after graduating from high school to complete a postsecondary
credential in less time than would normally be required. Sandhills
Community College offers three pathways: Career and Technical Education,
College Transfer, and Cooperative Innovative High Schools Program.
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Career Technical Education Pathway
The Career Technical Education Pathway leads to a certificate or diploma
aligned with one or more high school Tech Prep Career Clusters. Additional
information on this pathway is available online at the College Programs for
High School Students at www.sandhills.edu/programs/high-school.
College Transfer Pathway
The College Transfer Pathway leads to a college transfer certificate requiring
the successful completion of thirty semester hours of transfer courses,
including English and mathematics, for qualified junior and senior high
school students. Additional information on this pathway is available online
at www.sandhills.edu/programs/high-school.
Cooperative Innovative High Schools Pathway
SandHoke Early College High School (SECHS) represents a partnership
between the Hoke County School System and Sandhills Community College
to implement a Cooperative Innovative High Schools program. SECHS is
designed to introduce students to the college setting in their sophomore year
of high school by taking Sandhills Community College courses along with
honors-level high school courses. The school offers a five-year program
through which students have the opportunity to earn both their high school
diploma and an Associate in Arts degree by successfully completing two
years of transferable college credit.
Registration for Curriculum Classes
Registration dates for each semester are listed in the academic calendar
located in the front of this Catalog and online at www.sandhills.edu.
Admission and program placement requirements must be met before
students may register. Students are not officially registered for classes until
tuition and fees have been paid.
Last Day to Register
Academic integrity dictates that the “last day to register” (as noted in the
Academic Calendar), generally, is the final opportunity for previously
enrolled or new students to register for classes in any given semester.
Residence Status for Tuition Purposes
The basis for determining the appropriate tuition charges is contingent upon
whether a student is a resident or a nonresident for tuition purposes. To
qualify as a resident for tuition purposes, a person must become a legal
resident and remain a legal resident for at least twelve consecutive months
immediately prior to classification. Thus, there is a distinction between legal
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residence and residence for tuition purposes. Furthermore, “twelve months
legal residence” means more than simple abode in North Carolina. In
particular, it means maintaining a domicile (permanent home of indefinite
duration) as opposed to “maintaining a mere temporary residence or abode
incident to enrollment in an institution of higher education.” The burden of
establishing facts that justify classification of a student as a resident entitled
to in-state tuition rates is on the applicant for such classification. Being
classified a resident for tuition purposes is contingent on the student’s
seeking such status and providing all information that the institution may
require in making the determination.
The Admissions Department has the authority and responsibility for
determining residence status for tuition purposes. To make residency
determinations, the department uses the North Carolina State Residence
Classification Manual. A copy of this manual is on reserve at the Circulation
Desk in the Boyd Library, as well as on the Sandhills website at
www.sandhills.edu. Residence applications may be obtained in the
Admissions Office.
Any student who wishes to appeal the residency decision may do so by
following the policies and procedures of the Sandhills Community College
Residence Appeals Committee. These policies are available for viewing in
the Admissions Office.
Students intending to transfer from Sandhills Community College should
explore the residency practices of the college or university to which they
intend to transfer.
The Admissions Office provides further information at 910-695-3781.
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PAYMENT OF TUITION AND FEES
Tuition
Fall and spring semester tuition for all courses is set by the North Carolina
General Assembly and subject to change by its actions. The in-state
curriculum tuition rate for the year 2012-2013 for all college credit courses
was set at $69.00 per credit hour up to a maximum of $1104.00 for sixteen
(16) or more credits during the fall and spring semesters; however, at the
time of publication of this document, the State of North Carolina had not set
2013-2014 tuition rates.
Out-of-state tuition for 2012-2013 was set at the rate of $261.00 per credit
hour each semester up to a maximum of $4,176.00 for sixteen (16) or more
credit hours for the fall and spring semesters; however, at the time of
publication of this document, the State of North Carolina had not set 2013-
2014 tuition rates.
The summer term at Sandhills Community College is self-supported.
Therefore, the rate is determined by the Sandhills Community College Board
of Trustees and may differ from that set for the fall and spring semesters.
The tuition for summer term is not subject to any tuition waivers.
Student Activity and Technology Fees
The fee structure at Sandhills Community College is in accordance with
policies established by the State Board of Community Colleges and is
subject to change without notice. All students enrolled for fall and/or spring
semester are charged a student activity fee of $32.50 and a computer usage
fee of $16. The student activity fee covers the cost of a parking sticker, an
I.D. card, accident insurance coverage, library and audiovisual privileges,
activities sponsored by the Student Government Association, a diploma for
graduates, intramural and intercollegiate athletics, the use of the college
fitness center, and other ancillary student-related college expenditures. The
computer usage fee covers the cost of maintaining the computer labs.
Special Program/Course Expenses
Some programs and courses require miscellaneous expenses for supplies,
tools, uniforms, equipment, liability insurance, or travel. The schedule of
classes or the class instructor for the following programs will provide
specific information about such costs:
ANT-240 Archaeology HUM-220 Human Values & Meaning
Architectural Technology Landscape Gardening
Art Medical Laboratory Technology
Associate Degree Nursing Nursing Assistant
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Automotive Systems Technology Ophthalmic Medical Assistant
Baking and Pastry Arts Physical Education
Biology PSF Health and Fitness Science
Civil Engineering Technology Polysomnography
Collision Repair & Refinishing Psychology
Cosmetology Practical Nursing
Criminal Justice Technology Radiography
Culinary Technology Respiratory Care
Early Childhood SPA-161 Cultural Immersion
Emergency Medical Science Surgical Technology
Hospitality Management Surveying Technology
Human Services Technology Therapeutic Massage
HUM-120 Cultural Studies
Students in Health Science and Nursing Programs (excluding Health and
Fitness, Nursing Assistant, and Therapeutic Massage) will be assigned a $20
fee for medical record tracking in their first curriculum course. This fee is
required for clinical participation in these classes:
EMS-120 NUR-111 PSG-110 SUR-110
MLT-110 NUR-214 RAD-110
NUR-101 OPH-150 RCP-110
In addition, students enrolled in courses that take part in personal service or
medical-related situations such as clinical or co-op experiences will be
required to pay a fee of $18 per year for professional liability insurance.
Tuition Payments
Students have a number of options when paying tuition:
 They can pay online by accessing their account through WebAdvisor.
 They can make payments in person Monday-Friday during business
office hours. Additional payment dates and times are located on or
attached to the back of each student’s registration form and are also
posted online at www.sandhills.edu.
 A drop box is located on the outside wall of Stone Hall and is
available for payment twenty-four (24) hours a day, seven (7) days a
week, unless otherwise posted.
 Students can mail payments to SCC, Attn: Business Office, 3395
Airport Road, Pinehurst, NC 28374.
Students should not make out checks in advance as payment is required in
full and cash refunds are not given. When making or scheduling payments,
students must include fines and fees in the total balance. An unpaid balance
on an account can cause a student’s schedule to be cleared of classes.
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Students with account balances after the “last payment day” will be dropped
from their classes.
Tuition and Fees Waivers for Qualified High School
Students and Full-Time College Employees
Qualified students may receive a tuition or fees waiver, which will
automatically post upon registration. High school students enrolled through
one of the pathways of Career and College Promise will receive a waiver of
tuition, activity fees, and technology fees for each fall and/or spring
semester, subject to change by action of the North Carolina General
Assembly. Full-time employees of Sandhills do not receive a waiver of
tuition, but the college may pay for one class (up to 3 credits) each fall
and/or spring semester. Tuition waivers do not apply for summer or for self-supported
classes.
Payment Responsibility
Students are responsible to pay for classes from which they do not officially
withdraw. If financial aid is removed or the third-party sponsor does not pay
due to a student’s lack of attendance, the student is liable for the tuition
and/or fee charges. It is important that official withdrawal occur if a student
does not plan to attend class so that the class seat is available for other
students.
Graduation Fee
Graduating students are expected to participate in commencement exercises.
All students participating in commencement exercises should order a cap and
gown from the Logan Bookstore. The cost of the cap and gown is
approximately $35.00.
Refund of Tuition and Fees: State Refund Policy
The refund policy is set by the North Carolina General Assembly and is
subject to change by its actions. A pre-registered curriculum student who
officially drops one or more classes prior to the first day of the semester will
be eligible for a one hundred percent (100%) tuition refund. The student
activity and technology fee will also be refunded if the student drops all
classes prior to the first day of the semester. Thereafter, a refund of seventy-five
percent (75%) of only the tuition will be made through the ten percent
(10%) date of the semester. Students do not qualify for a refund of fees after
the one hundred percent (100%) date. All tuition will be refunded if a class is
canceled. The 100% and 75% dates are published on or attached to the back
of the schedule form and are posted online at www.sandhills.edu.
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Refunds will be processed within four weeks of the 10% date. Students
should ensure that their address is correct with the Admissions Office so that
they receive their refund check in a timely manner.
In addition, if a student receives North Carolina grant aid and drops all of his
or her classes, a State refund calculation must be performed to determine
how much aid the student has earned. The earned amount is determined by
calculating the number of class days prior to the date of withdrawal. The
unearned portion must be returned. This may require repayment by the
student of all or part of any State money that the student received. The return
of State funds required by this policy will be applied in the following order
up to the maximum amount of funds disbursed from each program:
1. Education Lottery Scholarship Program (ELS);
2. Institution-Specific State Grants:
a. UNC Need-Based Grant (UNC NBG);
b. North Carolina Community College Grant; or
c. North Carolina Need-Based Scholarship Programs (NBS);
3. North Carolina National Guard Tuition Assistance Program
4. UNC Campus Scholarships;
5. North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics Tuition Grant
for UNC;
6. John B. McLendon Scholarship Fund.
Refund of Tuition and Fees: Federal Refund Policy
The Federal Refund Policy applies to all students receiving federal financial
aid funds, including those who qualify for the state refund policy mentioned
above. This policy requires the school to determine the amount of Title IV
aid a student has earned. The earned amount is determined by calculating the
number of class days prior to the date of withdrawal. The unearned portion
must be returned. This may require repayment by the student of all or part of
any federal money that the student received.
Refunds will be allocated by law according to the following order:
1. Loans 2. Grants
Federal Unsub Direct Stafford loans Federal Pell Grant
Federal Subsidized Direct Stafford loans
Federal Perkins loans
FSEOG
TEACH
Federal PLUS loans
Direct PLUS loans
Iraq/Afghan Service Grant
Students may obtain further information regarding these refund policies and
refund calculations from the Financial Aid Office located in Stone Hall.
Students are responsible for payment on classes from which they do not
officially withdraw.
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STUDENT RECORDS
The personal records of students are supervised by the Director of Records
and Registration. Material contained in students’ personal folders, with the
exception of confidential letters of recommendation written prior to January
1, 1975, may be reviewed by students upon request to the Director of
Records and Registration. In accordance with the Family Rights and Privacy
Act of 1974, certain student information categorized as “directory
information” may be provided to persons other than the student. Directory
information includes the student’s name, city & county of residence,
photograph, major field of study, participation in officially recognized
activities and sports, dates of attendance, grade level, degrees and awards
received, and the most recent educational agency or institution attended by
the student. A student who desires that any or all of the above-stated
directory information not be released must sign a request in the Office of
Records and Registration no later than two (2) weeks after the first day of
class each semester. More information related to the privacy of student
records can be found in the “Compliance” section of this Catalog.
Grade Reports
Grades are mailed directly to the student after each semester. Grades are
provided to other schools, parents, guardians, or others only with the written
and signed authorization of the student. This authorization must be given to
the Office of Records and Registration.
Graduation Requirements
Upon recommendation of the faculty and the approval of the Director of
Records and Registration, degrees, diplomas, and/or certificates will be
awarded to students successfully completing the requirements of the
program in which they are enrolled.
To be eligible for graduation, all students must do the following:
 Successfully complete course requirements as prescribed in the
Catalog in effect at the time of entry into the program. If students
have an interruption in enrollment from their designated program of
study of two or more years, they will be subject to the program
requirements prescribed in the Catalog in effect upon their re-entry
into the program.
 Earn a minimum of a 2.0 grade point average in the required
courses of the program of study for which they are applying for
graduation. All health science students must maintain a 2.0 in all
courses required for their program of study.
 Successfully complete 25 percent of course credit hours of the
certificate, diploma, or associate degree requirements at Sandhills
Community College for the program of study. The Director of
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Records and Registration verifies completion of 25 percent as part
of the graduation application process.
 Apply for graduation with their faculty advisor by March 20, 2014.
Graduation applications may be picked up in the Office of Records
and Registration. In order to participate in the May commencement
and be considered a 2014 Sandhills Community College graduate,
all of the above academic requirements must be met by the end of
the summer semester 2014. Those who submit late applications for
graduation run the risk of not being included in the commencement
program. Honor distinctions for late applicants will not be
recognized during commencement.
 Clear all financial obligations to the College.
Students are eligible to graduate with honors if their major GPA is a 3.5 or
higher.
Students may apply to graduate with both a certificate and associate degree
in the same program for the same academic year if the certificate contains
technical electives not specified by course in the degree program.
Students cannot apply to graduate from both the Associate in Science and
Associate in Arts degree programs for the same academic year.
Students cannot apply to graduate with the Associate of General Education
or the Associate of General Occupational Technology if they are graduating
with another associate’s degree (A.A.S, A.S. or A.A).
Students are required to wear academic regalia during commencement.
Regalia (caps and gowns) should be purchased from the Sandhills
Community College Logan Bookstore in the Dempsey Student Center.
Transcripts
Transcripts will be issued only upon a student’s written and signed request to
the Office of Records and Registration. There is a $3 fee for each official
transcript mailed within two to three business days and a $5 fee for
transcripts requested “on demand.” On-demand requests must be made in
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General Catalog
2013-2014
Issue No. 32/Fall 2013
(Revised July 2013)
Published by
SANDHILLS COMMUNITY COLLEGE
3395 Airport Road
Pinehurst, North Carolina 28374
Phone 910-692-6185 or 800-338-3944
Fax 910-695-1823
Website: www.sandhills.edu
The provisions of this publication are not to be regarded as an irrevocable
contract between the student and Sandhills Community College. The College
reserves the right to change any provision or requirement at any time within
the student’s term of residence or to add or withdraw course offerings.
Updates to this printed edition that reflect such changes will be available on
the Sandhills website at www.sandhills.edu. The official version of the
current Catalog is the online document. The College further reserves the
right, at any time, to request that a student withdraw when such action is
considered to be in the best interest of the institution.
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Welcome to Sandhills Community College
College Telephone Numbers
Administrative offices are open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. until 5
p.m. During the summer sessions, some offices may have an abbreviated
schedule. The summer schedule is published online at www.sandhills.edu,
along with the academic calendar. A complete telephone directory of faculty
and staff is also available online at www.sandhills.edu.
General Information ........................................... 910-692-6185/800-338-3944
Admissions ............................................................................... 695-3725/3738
Business ................................................................................... 695-3721/3951
Continuing Education ........................................................................ 695-3980
Financial Aid ..................................................................................... 695-3743
Dean of Instruction ............................................................................ 695-3708
Library ............................................................................................... 695-3819
Records and Registration ....................................... 695-3740/3741/3734/3739
Director of Student Life .................................................................... 695-3858
Dean of Student Services ................................................................. 695-3900
Accreditation
Sandhills Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of
Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate degrees,
diplomas, and certificates. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866
Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for
questions about the accreditation of Sandhills Community College.
Visitors
Sandhills Community College welcomes visitors to campus and encourages
them to explore the gardens, to use the Katharine Boyd Library, and to
attend various public college functions. The Campus Map on page 4
provides directions. It is important that visitors respect the educational
mission of the College and the necessity for campus safety and tranquility. If
disruptive visitors are observed, those noting the behavior are asked to relay
that information to the switchboard located in the Dempsey Student Center
910-692-6185 or 800-338-3944. The College reserves the right to ask
disruptive visitors to leave the campus.
Non-Discrimination Statement
Sandhills Community College is committed to the elimination of all
discrimination based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, or
disability. The College seeks to comply with all federal, state, and local
statutes, regulations, and orders, including those that promote equal
protection and equal opportunity for students, employees, and applicants.
WELCOME
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President John R. Dempsey
Welcome to Sandhills Community College. This is a very special year here
at Sandhills. Not only is it special because you have chosen to become a part
of our student body, but it’s special because this year marks our 50th
birthday. Sandhills was founded in December 1963. For fifty years, we have
been providing high quality, reasonably priced education to the men and
women of this region. A lot has changed in those fifty years, but the core
values that started the college are still present in everything we do today.
Those values are respect, integrity, opportunity, excellence, and helpfulness.
These values guide and inspire the work we do at Sandhills, and we hope
they will have a profound influence on your education.
This college catalog has lots of information to help you on your educational
journey. We think it will answer most of the questions you will have about
the college—and about your program of study. If this book doesn’t answer
your questions, or if anything isn’t clear, please call your advisor, the nice
folks in Student Services, Executive Assistant Wendy Dodson (910-695-
3701), or me (910-695-3700) for help. Helping students is why we are here.
Again, welcome to Sandhills. I think you’ve made a really good choice of
colleges, and I wish you all the success in the world while you are here. For
fifty years now, we’ve been taking good care of students and helping them
get the education they need to lead productive and fulfilling lives. We hope
to do that with you, and we thank you for choosing Sandhills.
John R. Dempsey
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Campus Map
CAMPUS MAP
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Ball Garden Visitor’s Center
Blue Hall
 Career Services
 Counseling Services
 BLET Classroom
 Health & Fitness Program Classroom
 Student Employment
Boyd Library
 Archives
 Barbara Cole Children’s Reading Center
 Jeanne Hastings Gallery
 Learning Resource Computer Lab
 Library
 Teresa Wood Reading Room
Causey Hall
 Alumni Relations
 Cosmetology
 Emergency Medical Science
 Grant Development
 SCC Foundation Office
Dempsey Student Center
 Athletics
 Clement Dining Room
 Ewing Center for Student Leadership
 Heins Gymnasium
 Intramurals
 Logan Bookstore
 Lost and Found
 Marketing
 Minority Male Mentoring
 Parking Permits
 Peterson Dining Commons
 Photo ID
 Reception
 Russell Fitness Center
 Student Government Association
 Student Life
Kennedy Hall
 Bracken Auditorium
 College Programs for High Schools
 Fine Arts –Art
 Health Sciences
 Nursing
 Owens Wing
 SandHoke ECHS Office
 St. Andrews Extension
 UNC Pembroke Extension
Little Hall
 Byerley Auditorium
 Computer Technologies
 Distance Learning
 Engineering Technologies
 Golf Course/Turfgrass Management
 Whole Harvest Kitchen
 Peggy Kirk Bell Center for Hospitality and
the Culinary Arts
 Russell Dining Room
 Charles and Jane Wellard Technology
Center
Logan Hall
 Developmental Education
 English and Humanities
 Mathematics
 Project Promise
 Kelly Tutoring Center
McKean Campus Services Center
 Grounds Maintenance
 Physical Plant Maintenance
 Print Shop
 Shipping/Receiving
Meyer Hall
 Directors Auditorium
 Sciences
 Therapeutic Massage
Owens Auditorium
Sirotek Hall
 Transportation Technologies
Steed Hall
 Landscape Gardening
Stone Hall – 1st Floor East
 Administration
 Business Office
 Human Resources
 John Sledge Board Room
Stone Hall – 1st Floor West
 Admissions
 Student Success Center
 Financial Aid
 Meyer Family Foundation Auditorium
 Placement Testing
 Records and Registration
 Veterans Services
Stone Hall – 2nd Floor
 Management & Business Technology
 Information Services
Van Dusen Hall
 Continuing Education
 Dedman Center for Business Leadership
 Disability Services
 Furches Life-Long Learning Center
 McCaskill Public Service Center
 Social and Behavioral Sciences
 Public Services
Wellard Hall
 Audiovisual Services
 Fine Arts – Music and Music Education
 Campus Police and Public Safety
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
WELCOME TO SANDHILLS COMMUNITY COLLEGE ................................ 2
College Telephone Numbers ................................................................... 2
Accreditation ........................................................................................... 2
Visitors .................................................................................................... 2
Non-Discrimination Statement ............................................................... 2
President John R. Dempsey ..................................................................... 3
Campus Map ........................................................................................... 4
TABLE OF CONTENTS ............................................................. 6
ACADEMIC CALENDARS ....................................................... 23
2013-2014 Academic Calendar .................................................. 23
Fall Semester 2013 ................................................................................ 23
Spring Semester 2014 ........................................................................... 23
Summer Semester 2014 ........................................................................ 23
2014-2015 Proposed Academic Calendar .................................. 24
Fall Semester 2014 ................................................................................ 24
Spring Semester 2015 ........................................................................... 24
Summer Semester 2015 ........................................................................ 24
COLLEGE MISSION AND PROGRAMS..................................... 25
College History ......................................................................... 25
Mission Statement ................................................................... 26
Core Values at Sandhills Community College ............................. 27
Performance Measures and Standards, 2012-2013 .................... 28
Campus Services ...................................................................... 29
Bookstore .............................................................................................. 29
Cafeteria ................................................................................................ 29
Disability Services .................................................................................. 29
SCC Website .......................................................................................... 30
Instructional Programs and Delivery ......................................... 30
Credit Programs ....................................................................... 30
University Studies Program ................................................................... 30
Applied Science Programs ..................................................................... 30
Diploma Programs ................................................................................. 31
Certificate Options ................................................................................ 31
General Education Program .................................................................. 31
General Occupational Program ............................................................. 31
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Developmental Education ..................................................................... 31
Special Credit Courses ........................................................................... 32
Continuing Education Programs (Non-Credit) ............................ 32
Instructional Delivery ............................................................... 32
Hybrid Courses ...................................................................................... 32
Evening/Weekend College .................................................................... 33
Online Courses ....................................................................................... 33
NC Information Highway Course Delivery ............................................. 33
COLLEGE ADMISSION AND REGISTRATION ........................... 34
Admission to the General College ............................................. 34
Admission to Continuing Education .......................................... 34
Admission to Curriculum Education .......................................... 34
Non-Degree-Seeking Student (Special and Visiting Students) ............... 34
Degree-Seeking Student ........................................................................ 35
Placement Testing ................................................................... 35
Pre-Advising ............................................................................ 36
Program Placement ................................................................. 36
Student Classifications – Guidelines for Admission .................... 36
New Students ........................................................................................ 36
Readmitted Students ............................................................................. 36
Foreign Students ...................................................................... 37
Permanent Residents ............................................................................ 37
Other Visas ............................................................................................ 37
F-1 Visas ................................................................................................. 37
Undocumented Immigrants .................................................................. 37
Foreign College Transcripts ................................................................... 38
Transfer Students .................................................................... 38
Special Students ...................................................................... 39
Visiting Students ...................................................................... 40
Home-Schooled Degree-Seeking Students ................................ 40
Career and College Promise ...................................................... 40
Career Technical Education Pathway .................................................... 41
College Transfer Pathway ...................................................................... 41
Cooperative Innovative High Schools Pathway ..................................... 41
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Registration for Curriculum Classes........................................... 41
Last Day to Register ................................................................. 41
Residence Status for Tuition Purposes ...................................... 41
PAYMENT OF TUITION AND FEES .......................................... 43
Tuition ................................................................................................... 43
Student Activity and Technology Fees .................................................. 43
Special Program/Course Expenses ........................................................ 43
Tuition Payments .................................................................................. 44
Tuition and Fees Waivers for Qualified High School Students and
Full-Time College Employees ......................................................... 45
Payment Responsibility ......................................................................... 45
Graduation Fee ..................................................................................... 45
Refund of Tuition and Fees: State Refund Policy .................................. 45
Refund of Tuition and Fees: Federal Refund Policy .............................. 46
STUDENT RECORDS ............................................................. 47
Grade Reports ....................................................................................... 47
Graduation Requirements..................................................................... 47
Transcripts ............................................................................................. 48
FINANCIAL AID .................................................................... 49
Financial Aid Programs ............................................................. 49
Federal Pell Grant ................................................................................. 49
Federal Supplemental Opportunity Grant ............................................ 49
Federal and Institutional Work-Study Program .................................... 49
Student Loans ....................................................................................... 50
NC Community College Grant ............................................................... 50
NC Education Lottery Scholarship ......................................................... 50
Childcare Grants .................................................................................... 50
Endowed and Donor Scholarships ........................................................ 51
Other Funds and Outside Scholarships ................................................. 51
Federal Aid Eligibility Requirements ..................................................... 51
Federal Aid Enrollment Classification ................................................... 51
Federal Aid Enrollment Status Determination for Clock Programs ....... 52
Unusual Enrollment History (UEH) ............................................ 52
Veterans Benefits, Programs, and Guidelines ............................ 55
Veterans Affairs ..................................................................................... 55
Montgomery GI Bill (MGIB) ................................................................... 56
Montgomery GI Bill-Selected Reserve (MGIB-SR) ................................. 56
Post-9/11 GI Bill .................................................................................... 56
Reserve Education Assistance Program (REAP) .................................... 56
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Veterans Educational Assistance Program (VEAP) ................................ 57
Survivors’ and Dependents’ Educational Assistance Program (DEA) .... 57
VA Work-Study Program ....................................................................... 57
NC National Guard Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) .......................... 57
Veterans Retraining Assistance Program (VRAP) .................................. 57
The Yellow Ribbon Program .................................................................. 57
VA General Eligibility Requirements ...................................................... 58
VA Documentation ................................................................................ 58
STUDENT SERVICES ............................................................. 60
Campus Health and Safety ....................................................... 60
Campus Health and Safety Awareness Activities .................................. 60
Communicable Disease ......................................................................... 60
Student Accident Insurance................................................................... 61
Counseling and Career Services ................................................ 61
Personal Counseling .............................................................................. 61
Career Services ...................................................................................... 61
Career Development ............................................................................. 62
Career Resource Library ........................................................................ 62
Guarantee to Employers ........................................................................ 62
Job Fairs ................................................................................................. 62
Student Employment Services ............................................................... 62
Student Involvement in the Institution ..................................... 63
Student Government Association (SGA) ................................................ 63
Student’s Role in Institutional Decision-Making.................................... 63
Student Publications .............................................................................. 63
Student Publications Guidelines ............................................................ 64
Photo and Video Use ............................................................................. 64
Supervisory Role of the Institution over Student Activities .................. 65
Student Fundraisers .............................................................................. 66
Student Life ............................................................................. 66
ACES (Association for Architecture, Construction, Engineering and
Surveying) ....................................................................................... 66
Athletics ................................................................................................. 66
Cheer Club ............................................................................................. 67
Computer Technology Club ................................................................... 67
Criminal Justice Club .............................................................................. 67
Early Childhood Club ............................................................................. 68
Horticulture Club ................................................................................... 68
Human Services Club ............................................................................. 68
Intramurals ............................................................................................ 68
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Mentoring, Supporting, Affirming, Cultivating and Empowering
Women (MSACE)............................................................................ 68
Outdoor Adventure Program ................................................................ 69
Phi Theta Kappa – Alpha Tau Beta ........................................................ 69
Radiography Club .................................................................................. 69
Rotaract ................................................................................................. 69
Sandhills Association of Nursing Students ............................................ 70
Student Government Association ......................................................... 70
Therapeutic Massage Club .................................................................... 70
Turfgrass Club ....................................................................................... 71
Ultimate Frisbee Club ............................................................................ 71
STUDENT CONDUCT ............................................................ 72
Student Conduct in the Instructional Environment .............................. 72
Student Code of Conduct ...................................................................... 72
Academic Honesty ................................................................................ 76
Disciplinary Procedures ......................................................................... 76
Student Grievance ................................................................................. 77
Student Grievance Procedure ............................................................... 77
Student Grievance Procedure Steps ..................................................... 78
Sexual Harassment Policy ..................................................................... 79
CAMPUS POLICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY ................................... 81
Traffic Rules and Regulations ................................................................ 81
Automobile Registration ....................................................................... 81
Parking Regulations ............................................................................... 81
Parking Permit ....................................................................................... 81
Temporary Parking ................................................................................ 81
Parking Violations ................................................................................. 82
Fines ...................................................................................................... 82
Identification Card ................................................................................ 82
Campus Crime ....................................................................................... 83
Security and Access to Campus Facilities .............................................. 83
Campus Law Enforcement Authority .................................................... 83
Emergency Services............................................................................... 84
Emergency Phones ................................................................................ 84
Emergency Code Blue Boxes ................................................................. 84
Reporting Crimes .................................................................................. 84
Investigation of Crime Reports ............................................................. 85
Documentation of Crime Reports ......................................................... 85
Crime Statistics ...................................................................................... 85
Sexual Assault Policy ............................................................................. 85
Reporting Sexual Assault ....................................................................... 86
Medical and Psychological Support Services ........................................ 86
Disciplinary and/or Legal Actions .......................................................... 87
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Telephone Calls ..................................................................................... 88
Lost and Found ...................................................................................... 88
Pets on Campus ..................................................................................... 88
Walking Track ........................................................................................ 88
Smoking Policy ....................................................................................... 88
Inclement Weather................................................................................ 88
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ............................................. 90
Information Technology Resources Acceptable Use Policy ................... 90
Intellectual Property Rights ................................................................... 91
ACADEMIC POLICIES AND PROCEDURES .............................. 95
Academic Advising ................................................................... 95
Academic Freedom and Integrity .............................................. 95
College General Education Requirements ................................. 96
Alternative Methods for Achieving Course Credit...................... 97
Credit by Examination ........................................................................... 97
ACA Credit by Exam ............................................................................... 98
Advanced Placement ............................................................................. 98
Approved AP Courses ............................................................................ 98
College Credit for College Tech Prep Students ...................................... 99
Credit for Experiential Learning ............................................................. 99
Credit for Military Training .................................................................. 100
Academic Petition/Course Substitution .............................................. 100
Course Prerequisite Waiver ................................................................. 100
Special Course Enrollment ...................................................... 101
Enrollment in Courses Unique to Concentration Programs ................ 101
Independent Study .............................................................................. 101
Auditing Courses .................................................................................. 101
External Instruction ............................................................................. 102
Course Load ........................................................................... 102
Classification of Students ....................................................... 102
Attendance Procedures .......................................................... 102
Entry into Courses ............................................................................... 102
Attendance .......................................................................................... 103
Schedule of Last Class Sessions ........................................................... 103
Grading Policies and Procedures............................................. 104
Grading ................................................................................................ 104
Grade Categories for Completing a Course ......................................... 104
Grade Categories for Not Completing a Course .................................. 104
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Removing Incomplete “I” Grades ........................................................ 105
Grade Point Average ........................................................................... 106
Course Repetition ............................................................................... 106
Inter-Curricular Transfer of Credit ...................................................... 107
Course Change Procedures ..................................................... 107
Drop/Add Procedure ........................................................................... 107
Instructor-Initiated Drop or Withdrawal ............................................. 108
Withdrawal from a Course, Program, or the College .......................... 109
Change of Major, Re-entry, and Readmission .......................... 109
Change of Major.................................................................................. 109
Re-entry into a Program ...................................................................... 110
Academic Forgiveness ......................................................................... 110
Academic Progress ................................................................. 111
Academic Probation and Suspension .................................................. 111
Academic Progress Policy for Students Receiving Financial Aid 112
Treatment of Selected Grades ................................................ 113
Withdrawals/Drops ............................................................................. 113
Incomplete and Failing Grades ........................................................... 114
Transfer Credit .................................................................................... 114
Audit and Never Attend ...................................................................... 114
Repeat Courses ................................................................................... 114
Credit by Exam .................................................................................... 114
Experiential Learning .......................................................................... 114
Developmental Courses ...................................................................... 115
Clock Hour Programs ........................................................................... 115
Complete Academic Record ................................................................ 115
Financial Aid Eligibility Status ................................................. 116
Eligibility Status ................................................................................... 116
Financial Aid Warning ......................................................................... 116
Financial Aid Suspension ..................................................................... 116
Financial Aid Probation ....................................................................... 116
Financial Aid Termination ................................................................... 116
Warning Near Maximum Time Frame ................................................. 117
Maximum Time Frame ........................................................................ 117
Notification of Financial Aid Warning, Suspension, Probation,
Terminated, Warning Near Maximum Time Frame, or
Maximum Time Frame ................................................................. 117
Regaining Eligibility ............................................................................. 117
Appeal of Satisfactory Academic Progress Standards ......................... 117
Appeal Process .................................................................................... 118
Progress Appeal Request Form ........................................................... 118
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Academic Progress of Health Sciences and Nursing ................. 119
Academic Progress Standards for Health Science Programs ............... 119
Academic Progress Standards for Nursing Programs .......................... 119
Academic Progress Standards for Therapeutic Massage Program ...... 119
Recognition of Outstanding Academic Performance................ 119
President’s List ..................................................................................... 119
Dean’s List............................................................................................ 120
Honors Graduates................................................................................ 120
Resources for Learning and Support ....................................... 120
Disability Services ................................................................................ 120
Distance Learning Students ................................................................. 121
Information Technology Resources ..................................................... 121
Katharine L. Boyd Library ..................................................................... 121
Learning Resource Computer Lab ....................................................... 122
Men of Valor and Excellence (M.O.V.E.) ............................................. 122
Project Promise ................................................................................... 122
Student Success Center ....................................................................... 123
Testing ................................................................................................. 123
Tutorial Services .................................................................................. 123
UNIVERSITY STUDIES PROGRAM ........................................124
Associate’s Degree Requirements ........................................... 125
General Education Core ....................................................................... 125
Other Required Hours ......................................................................... 125
Transfer Core Diploma......................................................................... 125
Pre-Major Agreements ........................................................................ 125
University Studies Transfer Course List ............................................... 126
Transfer Core Diploma Program ............................................. 127
Associate in Arts Transfer Core Diploma (D10100) ............................. 127
Associate in Science Transfer Core Diploma (D10400) ........................ 129
Associate in Arts Degree Requirements (A10100).................... 131
Associate in Arts Course Sequence Example ....................................... 133
Associate in Science Degree Requirements (A10400) .............. 134
Associate in Science Course Sequence Example ................................. 137
Associate in Fine Arts in Art Degree Requirements (A1020A) ... 138
Associate in Fine Arts in Art Course Sequence Example ..................... 140
Associate in Fine Arts in Music and Music Education Degree
Requirements (A1020D) ................................................... 141
Associate in Fine Arts in Music and Music Education Course
Sequence Example ....................................................................... 143
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APPLIED SCIENCE PROGRAMS ............................................ 145
Applied Science Advisory Committees ................................................ 145
Associate in Applied Science Degree Requirements ........................... 145
Diploma Programs ............................................................................... 146
Certificate Programs ........................................................................... 147
APPLIED SCIENCE PROGRAMS OF STUDY ............................ 148
Accounting............................................................................. 148
Accounting (A25100) ........................................................................... 148
Accounting (D25100) .......................................................................... 149
Certified Bookkeeper (C25100) ........................................................... 150
Architectural Technology ....................................................... 150
Architectural Technology (A40100) .................................................... 151
Architectural Technology (C40100)..................................................... 152
Associate Degree in Nursing ................................................... 152
Associate Degree Nursing (A45110) .................................................... 153
Automotive Systems Technology ............................................ 154
Automotive Systems Technology (A60160) ........................................ 154
Automotive Systems Technology (D60160) ........................................ 156
Automotive Systems Technology (D60160) ........................................ 156
Automotive Systems Technology (C60160) ........................................ 157
Baking and Pastry Arts ........................................................... 158
Baking and Pastry Arts (A55130) ......................................................... 158
Baking and Pastry Arts (C55130) ......................................................... 159
Basic Law Enforcement Training ............................................. 159
Basic Law Enforcement Training (C55120) .......................................... 160
Business Administration ......................................................... 160
Business Administration (A25120) ...................................................... 161
Business Administration (C25120B) .................................................... 162
Business Administration (C25120) ...................................................... 163
Business Administration (C25120S) .................................................... 163
Civil Engineering Technology .................................................. 164
Civil Engineering Technology (A40140) ............................................... 165
Civil Engineering Technology (C40140) ............................................... 166
Collision Repair & Refinishing Technology ............................... 166
Collision Repair & Refinishing Technology (D60130) .......................... 167
Collision Repair & Refinishing Technology (C60130) .......................... 168
Computer Engineering Technology ......................................... 168
Computer Engineering Technology (A40160) ..................................... 169
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Computer Engineering Technology (D40160C) ................................... 170
Computer Engineering Technology (C40160) ...................................... 171
Computer Engineering Technology (C40160A) ................................... 171
Computer Engineering Technology (C40160B) .................................... 171
Computer Engineering Technology (C40160C) .................................... 172
Computer Engineering Technology (C40160F) .................................... 172
Computer Engineering Technology (C40160G) ................................... 172
Computer Engineering Technology (C40160NN) ................................. 172
Computer Engineering Technology (C40160S) .................................... 173
Computer Programming ......................................................... 173
Computer Programming (A25130) ...................................................... 173
Cosmetology .......................................................................... 175
Cosmetology (A55140) ........................................................................ 175
Cosmetology (D55140) ........................................................................ 176
Cosmetology (C55140) ........................................................................ 177
Criminal Justice Technology ................................................... 177
Criminal Justice Technology (A55180) ................................................. 178
Criminal Justice Technology (A55180) ................................................. 179
Culinary Arts .......................................................................... 180
Culinary Arts (A55150)......................................................................... 181
Culinary Arts (C55150) ......................................................................... 182
Digital Media Technology ....................................................... 182
Digital Media Technology (A25210) .................................................... 182
Digital Media (C25210DM) .................................................................. 184
Print Design (C25210PD) ..................................................................... 185
Web Content Management (C25210C1) ............................................. 185
Web Design (C25210D) ........................................................................ 186
Early Childhood Education ..................................................... 187
Early Childhood Education (A55220) ................................................... 187
Early Childhood Education (C55220IT) ................................................ 188
Early Childhood Education (C55220PS) ............................................... 188
Early Childhood Education (C55220S) ................................................. 189
Early Childhood Education (C55220A) ................................................. 189
Emergency Medical Science ................................................... 189
Emergency Medical Science (A45340) ................................................ 190
Emergency Medical Science Bridging .................................................. 191
Geomatics Technology (Surveying) ......................................... 191
Geomatics Technology (A40420) ......................................................... 192
Geomatics Technology (C40420) ......................................................... 193
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Golf Course Management ....................................................... 194
Golf Course Management (A15230) ................................................... 194
Health and Fitness Science ..................................................... 195
Health and Fitness Science (A45630) .................................................. 195
Health Information Technology .............................................. 196
Pitt CC/Sandhills CC Partner Program ................................................. 197
Health Information Technology (A45360) .......................................... 197
Hospitality Management ........................................................ 198
Hospitality Management (A25110) ..................................................... 199
Human Services Technology ................................................... 200
Human Services Technology (A45380) ................................................ 200
Human Services Technology Substance Abuse Concentration
(A4538E) ....................................................................................... 201
Landscape Gardening ............................................................. 202
Landscape Gardening (A15260) .......................................................... 203
Landscape Gardening (C15260) .......................................................... 204
Medical Laboratory Technology .............................................. 204
Medical Laboratory Technology (A45420) .......................................... 205
Medical Office Administration ................................................ 206
Medical Office Administration (A25310) ............................................ 206
Medical Office Administration (C25310C)........................................... 207
Networking Technology ......................................................... 208
Networking Technology (A25340) ...................................................... 208
Networking Fundamentals (D25340) .................................................. 209
Networking Technology (C25340C)..................................................... 210
Networking Technology (C25340S) ..................................................... 210
Nursing Assistant ................................................................... 211
Nursing Assistant (C45480) ................................................................. 211
Office Administration ............................................................. 212
Office Administration (A25370) .......................................................... 212
Ophthalmic Medical Assistant ................................................ 213
Ophthalmic Medical Assistant (D45510) ............................................. 213
Physical Therapist Assistant ................................................... 214
Physical Therapist Assistant (A45620) ................................................ 215
Polysomnography .................................................................. 216
Polysomnography (A45670) ................................................................ 216
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Practical Nursing .................................................................... 217
Practical Nursing (D45660) .................................................................. 217
Radiography .......................................................................... 218
Radiography (A45700) ......................................................................... 218
Respiratory Therapy .............................................................. 219
Respiratory Therapy (A45720) ............................................................. 220
Simulation and Game Development ....................................... 220
Simulation and Game Development (A25450) .................................... 221
Simulation & Gaming (C25450) ........................................................... 222
Surgical Technology ............................................................... 222
Surgical Technology (A45740) ............................................................. 223
Surgical Technology (D45740) ............................................................. 224
Surveying Technology (See Geomatics) ................................... 225
Therapeutic Massage ............................................................. 225
Therapeutic Massage (A45750) ........................................................... 225
Therapeutic Massage (D45750) ........................................................... 226
GENERAL DEGREE PROGRAMS ...........................................227
Associate in General Education .............................................. 227
Associate in General Education (A10300) Requirements .................... 227
General Occupational Technology .......................................... 228
Associate in Applied Science in General Occupational Technology
(A55280) Requirements ............................................................... 229
COLLEGE PROGRAMS FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS ...........231
College Transfer Pathways ..................................................... 231
Business and Economics Pathway (P1012B)........................................ 231
Engineering and Mathematics (P1042B) ............................................. 232
Humanities and Social Science Pathway (P1012A) .............................. 232
Life and Health Sciences (P1042A) ...................................................... 232
Career Technical Pathways ..................................................... 233
Architectural Technology – Traditional Diploma (D40100HS) ............. 233
Architectural Technology – Advanced Technology Diploma
(D40100HS2) ................................................................................ 233
Automotive Systems Technology Diploma (D60160HS) ...................... 234
Civil Engineering Technology Diploma (D40140HS) ............................ 234
Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology Certificate (C60130HS).. 235
Cosmetology Certificate (C55140HS) .................................................. 235
Criminal Justice Technology Certificate (C55180HS) ........................... 235
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Culinary Arts Certificate (C55150HS) .................................................. 235
Digital Media Technology Certificate (C25210HS) .............................. 236
Emergency Medical Science Diploma (D45340HS) ............................. 236
Hospitality Management Diploma (D2510HS) .................................... 236
Landscape Gardening Diploma (D15260HS2) ..................................... 237
Early College Benefits ............................................................. 237
CONTINUING EDUCATION ................................................. 238
Admission ............................................................................................ 238
Registration ......................................................................................... 238
Fees ..................................................................................................... 238
Location of Classes .............................................................................. 239
Continuing Education Units (CEUs) ..................................................... 239
Scholarships ........................................................................................ 239
Student Records .................................................................................. 239
Transcripts ........................................................................................... 239
Course Repetition Policy ..................................................................... 239
CONTINUING EDUCATION PROGRAMS............................... 240
D.L. “Doc” Furches Center for Lifelong Learning ...................... 240
College and Career Readiness (Basic Skills)......................................... 240
Adult Basic Education (ABE) ................................................................ 240
High School Equivalency Program (GED Diploma) .............................. 240
Adult High School (AHS) ...................................................................... 241
English as a Second Language (ESL) .................................................... 241
Family Literacy .................................................................................... 241
Workplace Literacy ............................................................................. 241
SUCCEED ............................................................................................. 241
Robert H. Dedman, Sr. Center for Business Leadership ............ 242
Career Training Programs (Professional Development) ...................... 242
Medical Careers/Allied Health ............................................................ 242
Customized Training Program ............................................................. 243
Small Business Center ......................................................................... 243
Technology Training Program (Computer Programs) ......................... 243
Career Development Program (Human Resources Development) ..... 243
Career Readiness Assessment Center ................................................. 244
C. Harlan McCaskill Center ..................................................... 244
Public Safety Programs ....................................................................... 244
Emergency Medical Services ............................................................... 244
Fire and Rescue Training ..................................................................... 244
Law Enforcement Training .................................................................. 244
Creative Living Programs (Community Service Education Programs) . 245
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CURRICULUM COURSE DESCRIPTIONS ................................246
How to Read the Course Description .................................................. 246
Student Learning Outcomes ................................................................ 246
Semester Hours of Credit .................................................................... 246
Course Prerequisites and Corequisites ................................................ 247
Course Placement Guide ........................................................ 248
Course Descriptions by Course Discipline Prefix ...................... 253
ACA Academic Related ........................................................................ 253
ACC Accounting ................................................................................... 253
ANT Anthropology ............................................................................... 256
ARC Architectural Technology ............................................................. 257
ART Art................................................................................................. 259
AST Astronomy .................................................................................... 263
AUB Automotive Body Repair.............................................................. 263
AUT Automotive .................................................................................. 266
BAF Banking and Finance .................................................................... 269
BIO Biology .......................................................................................... 270
BPA Baking and Pastry Arts ................................................................. 274
BPR Blueprint Reading ......................................................................... 275
BUS Business........................................................................................ 275
CEG Civil Engineering and Geomatics .................................................. 278
CET Computer Engineering Technology .............................................. 280
CHM Chemistry .................................................................................... 280
CIS Information Systems ...................................................................... 282
CIV Civil Engineering ............................................................................ 283
CJC Criminal Justice ............................................................................. 285
COE Cooperative Education ................................................................. 288
COM Communication .......................................................................... 296
COS Cosmetology ................................................................................ 297
CSC Computer Science ......................................................................... 299
CST Construction ................................................................................. 301
CTS Computer Information Technology .............................................. 301
CUL Culinary ........................................................................................ 302
DBA Database Management Technology ............................................ 305
DMA Developmental Mathematics ..................................................... 305
DME Digital Media Technology ........................................................... 307
DRA Drama .......................................................................................... 309
ECM Electronic Business ...................................................................... 310
ECO Economics .................................................................................... 311
EDU Education ..................................................................................... 312
EGR Engineering .................................................................................. 316
ELC Electricity ...................................................................................... 318
ELN Electronics .................................................................................... 318
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EMS Emergency Medical Science ........................................................ 319
ENG English ......................................................................................... 323
FRE French........................................................................................... 327
GCM Golf Course Management .......................................................... 329
GEL Geology ........................................................................................ 330
GEO Geography ................................................................................... 330
GRA Graphic Arts................................................................................. 331
GRD Graphic Design ............................................................................ 331
GRO Gerontology ................................................................................ 332
HEA Health .......................................................................................... 332
HIS History ........................................................................................... 333
HIT Health Information ....................................................................... 334
HOR Horticulture ................................................................................. 337
HRM Hotel and Restaurant Management........................................... 340
HSE Human Services ............................................................................ 343
HUM Humanities ................................................................................. 344
LSG Landscape Gardening ................................................................... 347
MAT Mathematics ............................................................................... 349
MED Medical Terminology .................................................................. 352
MKT Marketing and Retailing.............................................................. 353
MLT Medical Laboratory Technology .................................................. 353
MTH Massage Therapy ....................................................................... 356
MUS Music .......................................................................................... 357
NAS Nursing Assistant ......................................................................... 366
NET Networking Technology ............................................................... 366
NOS Network Operating System ......................................................... 368
NUR Nursing ........................................................................................ 369
OPH Opticianry .................................................................................... 371
OST Office Systems Technology .......................................................... 373
PED Physical Education ....................................................................... 377
PHI Philosophy .................................................................................... 387
PHY Physics ......................................................................................... 388
POL Political Science ........................................................................... 390
PSF Health and Fitness Science ........................................................... 391
PSG Polysomnography ........................................................................ 392
PSY Psychology .................................................................................... 394
PTA Physical Therapy .......................................................................... 398
RAD Radiography ................................................................................ 400
RCP Respiratory Care .......................................................................... 403
RCT Race Car Technology .................................................................... 405
REL Religion ......................................................................................... 406
SAB Substance Abuse .......................................................................... 407
SEC Information Systems Security ...................................................... 408
SGD Simulation and Game Development ........................................... 409
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SOC Sociology ...................................................................................... 412
SPA Spanish ......................................................................................... 413
SRV Surveying ...................................................................................... 416
SST Sustainability Technologies ........................................................... 417
SUR Surgical Technology ..................................................................... 417
TRF Turfgrass Management ................................................................. 419
WEB Web Technologies ....................................................................... 420
COLLEGE PERSONNEL .........................................................424
Board of Trustees ................................................................................ 424
Office of the President ........................................................................ 424
Office of the Provost............................................................................ 424
Office of the Executive Vice President/Administrative Services ......... 425
Department Chairs .............................................................................. 425
Faculty ................................................................................................. 425
Distinguished Professors ..................................................................... 436
Adjunct Faculty .................................................................................... 437
Audiovisual/Campus Services .............................................................. 439
Buildings and Grounds Maintenance .................................................. 439
Business Office and Finance ................................................................ 439
Campus Police and Public Safety ......................................................... 440
Continuing Education Division ............................................................. 440
High School Liaisons ............................................................................ 440
Hoke County Center ............................................................................ 441
Human Resources ................................................................................ 441
Information Services ............................................................................ 441
Instructional Support ........................................................................... 441
Landscape Gardening Support ............................................................ 441
Learning Resources .............................................................................. 442
Planning and Research ........................................................................ 442
Project Promise – Student Support Services Grant ............................. 442
Minority Male Mentoring NCCCS Grant .............................................. 442
Student Services Division..................................................................... 442
COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS ...............................................444
Civil Rights Act of 1964 ........................................................................ 444
Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 .................................. 445
Age Discrimination Act of 1975 ........................................................... 445
Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 ....................................... 445
Hepatitis B Vaccine Policy .................................................................... 445
Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 ................................ 445
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 ..................................... 446
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 ............................. 446
Drug-Free Workplace Act and the Drug-Free Schools &
Communities Act of 1988 ............................................................. 447
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Student Right-to-Know, the Campus Crime and Security Act, and
the Jeanne Clery Act .................................................................... 450
IPEDS Graduation Rate ........................................................................ 450
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)................................................. 451
Procedure for Complaints of Discrimination ....................................... 451
Constitution and Citizenship Day ........................................................ 451
Public Complaints ................................................................................ 451
Procedure for Responding to Public Complaints ................................ 452
INDEX ............................................................................... 454
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ACADEMIC CALENDARS
2013-2014 Academic Calendar
Fall Semester 2013
August 14 Wednesday Faculty/Staff Meetings or Faculty Retreat
August 15 Thursday Registration
August 19 Monday First Day of Classes
August 20 Tuesday Add Period Ends
September 2-3 Monday-Tuesday Labor Day Holiday
October 14-15 Monday-Tuesday Fall Break
October 30 Wednesday Drop Period Ends
November 4 Monday Spring Semester Priority Registration
November 11 Monday Veterans Day Holiday
November 27-29 Wednesday-Friday Thanksgiving Holidays
December 12-17 Thursday-Tuesday Final Exam Period
December 17 Tuesday Semester Ends
Spring Semester 2014
January 9 Thursday Registration
January 13 Monday First Day of Classes
January 14 Tuesday Add Period Ends
January 20 Monday Dr. Martin Luther King Holiday
March 10-14 Monday-Friday Spring Break
March 27 Thursday Drop Period Ends
To be announced *** Summer and Fall Priority Registration
April 21-22 Monday-Tuesday Easter Holiday
May 8-13 Thursday-Tuesday Final Exam Period
May 13 Tuesday Semester Ends
May 17 Saturday Commencement
Summer Semester 2014
May 19 Monday Registration Summer & Fall
May 26 Monday Memorial Day Holiday
June 9-13 Monday-Friday SCC Closed – U.S. Open
June 30 Monday Registration C Summer & Fall
July 4 Friday Independence Day Holiday
Classes Last Day Last Day
Session Begin End To Add To Drop
Full Session May 20 July 31 May 21 July 8
1st Half May 20 June 26 May 21 June 16
2nd Half July 1 July 31 July 2 July 21
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2014-2015 Proposed Academic Calendar
(Subject to change; not official until approved in spring 2014)
Fall Semester 2014
August 13 Wednesday Faculty/Staff Meetings or Faculty Retreat
August 14 Thursday Registration
August 18 Monday First Day of Classes
August 19 Tuesday Add Period Ends
September 1 Monday Labor Day Holiday
October 13-15 Monday-Wednesday Fall Break
To be announced *** Drop Period Ends
To be announced *** Spring Semester Priority Registration
November 11 Tuesday Veterans Day Holiday
November 26-28 Wednesday-Friday Thanksgiving Holidays
December 11-16 Final Exam Period
December 16 Tuesday Semester Ends
Spring Semester 2015
January 8 Thursday Registration
January 12 Monday First Day of Classes
January 13 Tuesday Add Period Ends
January 19 Monday Dr. Martin Luther King Holiday
March 9-13 Monday-Friday Spring Break
To be announced *** Drop Period Ends
To be announced *** Summer and Fall Priority Registration
April 6-7 Monday-Tuesday Easter Holiday
May 7-12 Thursday-Tuesday Final Exam Period
May 12 Tuesday Semester Ends
May 16 Saturday Commencement
Summer Semester 2015
May 25 Monday Memorial Day Holiday
May 26 Tuesday Registration Summer & Fall
June 29 Monday Registration C Summer & Fall
July 3 Friday Independence Day Holiday
Classes Last Day Last Day
Session Begin End To Add To Drop
Full Session May 27 July 30 May 28 July 7
1st Half May 27 June 25 May 28 June 15
2nd Half June 30 July 30 July 1 July 20
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COLLEGE MISSION AND PROGRAMS
College History
Sandhills Community College was established in December 1963 under
authority of the 1963 State Community College Act. Following the
leadership of Representative H. Clifton Blue, Moore County citizens
petitioned the State Board of Education for approval to establish a
community college in the county and voted overwhelmingly for a one
million dollar bond issue for construction and a tax levy for operation and
maintenance of facilities. Before the end of 1963, a board of trustees had
been named, an organizational meeting held, an architect selected, and Dr.
Raymond Stone chosen as first President of the College.
In 1964, construction of facilities began on land given for the campus by
Mrs. Mary Luman Meyer of Pinehurst. Temporary college offices were
located in downtown Southern Pines. Classes began on October 1, 1965, in
nine scattered locations.
Following Dr. Stone’s retirement in 1989, Dr. John R. Dempsey was
selected to serve as President of the College.
The College’s main campus in Moore County has expanded significantly
since the 1960s. Little Hall, a facility for culinary technology and the
engineering and computer programs, and Dempsey Student Center opened in
2006. In addition, Steed Hall, home of the Landscape Gardening program,
opened in 2010 to replace its former home, Huette Hall. Logan Hall, a
36,000 square-foot general purpose office and classroom building, opened in
2012. Blue Hall, one of the earlier structures on campus, underwent a major
renovation in 2012 and is now the home to Counseling Services, Institutional
Effectiveness, Basic Law Enforcement Training, and Health and Fitness
Technology classes. The 2012 opening of a new maintenance building
allowed the old maintenance facility to become the focal point of Continuing
Education trades programs.
The College’s presence and capabilities are also growing at the Hoke County
Center in Raeford, where a third classroom building opened in fall 2010 to
house the SandHoke Early College High School, adding to Johnson and
Upchurch Halls, in which Continuing Education and Curriculum classes are
provided to Hoke County citizens. Mobile classroom cottages were added in
spring 2013 to house an expansion of the SandHoke Early College High
School.
Sandhills has been fortunate in attracting a highly competent faculty and
staff. Experienced faculty members bring to the classroom a spirit of
dedication to teaching and a willingness to advise students in course
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selection and academic planning. Professional counselors provide assistance
with admissions, counseling, financial aid, and student life.
Mission Statement
The Mission of Sandhills Community College is to provide educational
opportunities of the highest quality to all the people of the Sandhills.
What We Believe…
The college is committed to the five core values of INTEGRITY,
HELPFULNESS, EXCELLENCE, RESPECT, and OPPORTUNITY. These
values guide and direct Sandhills Community College as it seeks:
 To welcome students of all ability levels and to provide programs
that prepare them for employment or for transfer;
 To provide training for local businesses and to contribute
constructively to the economic well-being of the region;
 To contribute to the cultural and artistic richness of the community,
and to the educational needs of our retired population;
 To create a campus environment that celebrates its faculty and staff,
and contributes to their personal and professional development.
College Goals
1. For-Credit Academic Programs
To educate students for professional and personal opportunities by
providing technical and transfer programs that include distinct
general education competencies and to offer these programs
through a variety of course delivery modes;
2. Support Services
To provide comprehensive student and academic support programs
that help students meet their career, academic, and personal goals.
3. Access and Opportunity
To ensure access and opportunity for students who are
underprepared for college-level work through developmental
studies and adult literacy programs; to prepare students for
employment and/or for collegiate studies; and to promote student
learning and success through various course delivery modes in
credit and noncredit courses.
4. Economic Development
To provide the training needed to help recruit businesses to our
community and to drive entrepreneurial growth; to promote
workplace learning; to enable local businesses to become more
productive; and to provide credit and noncredit courses and
programs that enable students to become competitive contenders for
employment opportunities.
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5. Campus and Community Life
To provide opportunities for student involvement, cultural
enrichment, life-long learning, and community service while
honoring our core values.
6. Campus Resources
To ensure that the college has the necessary financial, human,
technological, and physical resources, including having funds to
advance the excellence of its programs; hiring faculty and staff of
the highest quality who reflect its diverse community and exhibit its
core values; providing appropriate technology; and ensuring that the
campus is clean, safe, and beautiful.
Sandhills Community College is a comprehensive community college
chartered in 1963 and is a member of the North Carolina Community
College System. The Sandhills Community College mission statement and
supporting goals were revised and approved by the Board of Trustees in
October 2011.
Core Values at Sandhills Community College
Integrity
Sandhills treats its students, faculty, and staff fairly and stands behind the
commitments that are stated or implied in its policy documents and
promotional materials. The College demands academic work that is honest
and rigorous and that meets the expectations of employers and
baccalaureate-level institutions.
Helpfulness
The faculty and staff of Sandhills are genuinely and eagerly helpful to the
College’s students and to each other. Going the extra mile is expected
behavior at Sandhills.
Excellence
Sandhills provides educational programs of the highest quality and then
provides the support necessary to promote student success. Similarly, the
College employs faculty and staff who are exceptionally well-qualified to
promote educational excellence and, in addition, encourages and supports
them in the performance of their jobs.
Respect
The atmosphere of Sandhills Community College is one of respect,
friendliness, and civility—values that are taught to students by the way in
which faculty and staff interact with them and with each other.
Opportunity
Opportunity is at the core of Sandhills’ mission. The College provides
educational opportunities to the students who enter through its open doors,
opportunities for growth to the area’s businesses and lifelong learners, and
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opportunities for professional and personal development to its faculty and
staff.
Performance Measures and Standards, 2012-2013
North Carolina Community College System
The most recent data are from the North Carolina Community College
System from April 2013.
Developmental Student Success Rate in College-Level English Courses
 Percentage of previous developmental English and/or reading
students who successfully complete a credit English course with a
“C” or better upon the first attempt (within one year of
developmental completion).
 Data Source: CRPFAR student record report
 System Mean: 63.7% SCC Performance: 61.6%
Developmental Student Success Rate in College-Level Math Courses
 Percentage of previous developmental math students who
successfully complete a credit math course with a “C” or better
upon the first attempt (within one year of developmental
completion).
 Data Source: CRPFAR student record report
 System Mean: 64.8% SCC Performance: 54.6%
First Year Progression
 Percentage of first-time fall credential-seeking students attempting
at least twelve hours within their first academic year who
successfully complete (“C” or better) at least twelve of those hours.
 Data Source: CRPFAR student record report
 System Mean: 67.8% SCC Performance:65.8 %
Licensure and Certification Passing Rate
 Aggregate institutional passing rate of first time test-takers on
licensure and certification exams. Exams included in this measure
are state mandated exams for which candidates must pass before
becoming active practitioners.
 Data Source: Licensing agencies
 System Mean: 85.2% SCC Performance: 92.6%
College Transfer Performance
 Percent of overall GPA of 2.0+ after two consecutive semesters
within an academic year at NC four-year institution.
 Data Source: UNC-General Administration
 System Mean: 87.6% SCC Performance: 87.8%
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Curriculum Completion
 Percentage of first-time fall credential-seeking students who
graduate, transfer, or are still enrolled with 36 hours after six years.
 Data Source: CRPFAR student record report and National Student
Clearinghouse
 System Mean: 41.6% SCC Performance: 39.5%
Basic Skills Students Progress
 Description revision pending State Board approval
 Data Source: LEIS
 System Mean: 41.0% SCC Performance: 26.0%
GED Diploma Passing Rate
 Description revision pending State Board approval
 Data Source: LEIS
 System Mean: 71.1% SCC Performance: 60.6%
Campus Services
Bookstore
Students can purchase textbooks, school supplies, sportswear, and other
accessories at the college bookstore located in the Dempsey Student Center.
Students may also locate course textbook selection information and ISBN
online at sandhills.bncollege.com. Bookstore hours of operation are posted
online at sandhills.bncollege.com and posted in the Dempsey Center. During
the add/drop period, the bookstore will keep hours comparable to those of
day and evening registration.
Cafeteria
The Sandhills cafeteria, located in the Dempsey Student Center, offers a
quality assortment of reasonably priced breakfast and lunch items for
students, employees, and visitors. Food sales are supplemented by vending
machine selections. For special college events, the cafeteria provides
professional catering services.
Disability Services
The College strives to provide an equal educational opportunity to all
applicants and encourages students with disabilities to enroll. The College
makes every effort to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act, and
reasonable accommodations will be made for all who demonstrate a
documented legitimate need. The campus is largely barrier-free and
accessible. Faculty and staff are available to assist where feasible. Students
in need of special assistance should contact the Director of Disability
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Services in Van Dusen Hall 213B at their earliest convenience. The
“Compliance” section of this Catalog provides more information.
SCC Website
Interested parties may visit the Sandhills Community College website at
www.sandhills.edu for a wide range of information about the college and its
services. Visitors to the website will find class schedules, admissions and
registration information for both college credit and continuing education
classes, and information pages for academic and extension departments and
programs. The SCC homepage also provides links to information about
student resources and library services. A calendar of upcoming events and
new articles related to the college are also accessible from the site.
Students can access the MySCC student portal—myscc.sandhills.edu—from
a link on the Sandhills home page. The MySCC page provides students a
one-stop shop to various resources at the college including online course
access, Web Advisor, student email, library, and other student resources.
Instructional Programs and Delivery
College credit and non-credit classes and programs are offered for citizens
with varied educational needs and backgrounds using traditional (classroom)
settings and non-traditional (ITV, hybrid and distance learning) instructional
methods. Courses are taught day and evening throughout the year on and off
the main campus.
Credit Programs
University Studies Program
Courses that lead to the Associate in Arts, Associate in Fine Arts, and
Associate in Science degrees are offered at the freshmen and sophomore
levels. Credits earned in college transfer courses may be transferred to senior
colleges and universities where students may pursue a program of study
leading to a baccalaureate degree. Students may also apply for the Transfer
Core Diploma for Arts or Sciences, which indicates the students’ completion
of the 44 Core Hours required of all students in pursuit of a bachelor’s
degree at the university level. Advisors assist students in selecting courses
that will be appropriate for baccalaureate degree programs at senior
institutions.
Applied Science Programs
Two-year programs are offered leading to the Associate in Applied Science
degree. These programs are comprised of specialized and related courses
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required for successful employment in business, industry, health,
horticulture, and service occupations.
Diploma Programs
One-year diploma programs are offered, leading to employment in health,
business, industry, and service occupations. These programs include
occupational specialty and related courses selected to give students the
knowledge and skills needed for successful employment.
Certificate Options
Several of the occupational education programs have a certificate option that
includes specialized courses but omits related and general education courses.
Students who complete these programs are awarded a program certificate.
Students not seeking a college degree, diploma, or certificate may enroll in
selected occupational courses as long as the specific course prerequisites are
met.
General Education Program
The College offers a non-transferable general education degree for students
who want a more flexible two-year college degree. General education
students are assisted in the selection of courses that will meet their own
special needs and are awarded the Associate in General Education degree
upon completion of the program requirements.
General Occupational Program
The General Occupational Technology degree curriculum provides students
the opportunity to upgrade skills and to earn an associate degree, diploma,
and/or certificate by taking courses suited for individual occupational
interests and/or needs. Special criteria must be met as described later in this
Catalog.
Developmental Education
Students whose placement test scores reveal a need to strengthen English,
mathematics, reading, or study skills should enter developmental/pre-curriculum
courses. These offerings are designed to prepare students for
entrance into and success in curriculum programs.
Students who need more than one developmental course may wish to register
for a learning community, a block of prerequisite courses taught by a team of
instructors and supported by tutoring, counseling, and off-campus learning
experiences.
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Special Credit Courses
The College encourages the enrollment of students who are not seeking a
degree but wish to further their education by taking courses of special
interest. Courses may be audited or taken for college credit. However,
students can only request special credit status during the first 16 credit hours
of course work, at which time the student should declare a major and meet
enrollment requirements.
Continuing Education Programs (Non-Credit)
The Continuing Education Division offers a wide variety of courses designed
to meet the needs and interests of the citizens of Moore and Hoke Counties.
Through the Continuing Education Division, students may acquire basic
academic skills and general knowledge, train or retrain for employment, and
develop socially, culturally, and intellectually. Courses are offered on and
off campus to meet the expressed needs of adults who wish to continue their
education. The Continuing Education Division will award Continuing
Education Units (CEUs) for appropriate programs and courses. A complete
listing of the general programs offered begins in the “Continuing Education”
section of this Catalog.
Instructional Delivery
In addition to offering traditional classroom instruction, the College also
offers classes in non-traditional formats and at non-traditional times.
The College currently requires no additional fees related to verification of
student identification in online courses. The student’s identification is
verified through the LDAP Authentication system. Students enrolled in
online and hybrid classes establish their identification in this system when
they activate usernames and passwords at the start of their SCC experience.
Additional information related to online student support and procedures is
found in the Online Education at SCC guide that is available on the MySCC
page of the Sandhills website at MySCC.sandhills.edu.
Hybrid Courses
Hybrid courses combine Internet and traditional classroom instruction. A
designated portion of the class is delivered in a traditional classroom format,
and the remaining portion is delivered in the online environment. The
predetermined portions will vary according to the needs of the particular
class, program, or instructor. Hybrid courses are advertised in the class
schedules and are designated with an H in the section number. Students
enrolled in these classes must follow the regular admissions and registration
process, pay regular tuition and fees, and meet all course prerequisites.
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Evening/Weekend College
Evening/weekend courses are offered for students desiring to pursue degree,
diploma, or certificate programs as well as areas of special interest or self-improvement.
All student services are provided for evening students. The
Hybrid Evening College allows students to take two classes each evening in
the early part of the week to pursue a general education track that can lead to
the transfer diploma. The First Saturday Hybrid College provides students
face-to-face time with teaching faculty on the first Saturday of the semester
and the first Saturday of each month (unless a holiday requires an alternate
date) while still enjoying the flexibility of an online class. Students enrolled
in these classes must follow the regular admissions and registration process,
pay regular tuition and fees, and meet all course prerequisites.
Online Courses
Distance learning courses are delivered via the Internet using a learning
management system (Moodle). Online courses are asynchronous, meaning
that students are not required to be online at a specific time to take part in
course activities and most of the communication among students and
instructors does not take place in real time. Although there are no specific
access times, online courses are not self-paced. Students are required to log
into the course several times a week for the duration of the semester, and
they must also meet course deadlines specified by the instructor, as would be
the case in a traditional campus course. Online courses are identified in the
class schedules by an N in the section number. Students enrolled in these
classes must follow the regular admissions and registration process, pay
regular tuition and fees, and meet all course prerequisites. As noted earlier,
information related to online student support and procedures is found in the
Online Education at SCC guide available on the MySCC page of the website
at MySCC.sandhills.edu.
NC Information Highway Course Delivery
In some instances, the College can deliver select courses through the
information highway. Companion classrooms at the main campus and off-campus
sites allow proctored instructional delivery from an origin classroom
to remote sites to allow broader student access to course offerings.
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COLLEGE ADMISSION AND REGISTRATION
Admission to the General College
Sandhills Community College maintains an open-door admission policy for
high school graduates and others 16 or older who hold a high school
equivalency certificate (GED) or an adult high school diploma. Additionally,
those who are at least 18 years of age but who do not have a high school
diploma or equivalency may be accepted for admissions to an adult basic
education, GED, or adult high school program; students may also enroll in
continuing education classes or as a special, non-degree-seeking student.
Admission to the College does not guarantee placement into a specific
program of study.
Sandhills Community College reserves the right to deny admission or
readmission to students whose presence on campus is construed by the
administration as harmful or potentially harmful to Sandhills Community
College students, faculty, and/or staff. Students admitted to the College must
adhere to the Student Code of Conduct, which prohibits conduct that
significantly impairs the welfare or the educational opportunities of others in
the college community.
Exceptions to the admissions policy, including the U.S. Department of
Education Ability to Benefit provision, may be determined after a
conference with the Dean of Student Services.
Admission to Continuing Education
Detailed information regarding enrollment into Continuing Education
programs and courses is available in the “Continuing Education” section of
this Catalog.
Admission to Curriculum Education
Non-Degree-Seeking Student (Special and Visiting
Students)
Admission as a Special or Visiting Student requires the following:
 Submission of a completed official admissions application form.
 Submission of documentation supporting that any applicable course
prerequisites have been met or completion of the college placement
test with applicable satisfactory score(s).
Special students may register for courses if course prerequisites are met and
if space exists in the class. Further admission information concerning special
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and visiting students is available below in the “Student Classifications –
Guidelines for Admission” section.
Degree-Seeking Student
Admission to associate’s degree, diploma, and certain certificate programs
requires the following:
 Submission of a completed official admissions application form.
 Completion of the college placement test (details available in the
“Assessment” section below).
 Submission of an official high school transcript indicating
graduation with a diploma, a high school equivalency certificate
(GED), or an adult high school diploma.
 Submission of official college transcripts from all previously
attended institutions.
It is the responsibility of the student to make certain the required documents
are sent; however, the Student Services Division will provide guidance with
admissions and placement testing.
Further admission information concerning specific student populations is
available below in the “Student Classifications – Guidelines for Admission”
section.
Placement Testing
Placement testing is required for students who plan to enter an instructional
program; special students who enroll in English, mathematics, or other
restricted courses; and high school students taking college courses. The
placement test assesses academic abilities in the areas of reading, writing,
and mathematics. Placement test results are good for five (5) years and are
used by academic advisors to place students in the courses that are
appropriate to their academic needs.
Placement testing is conducted on demand through the Learning Resource
Computer Lab located in Boyd Library. Students requiring placement testing
will be issued a testing ticket upon admission to the college. Submission of
applicable SAT or ACT scores taken within five (5) years may exempt a
student from placement testing.
Students who do not achieve college level test scores may be advised to
enroll in developmental courses to prepare them for future program
placement. Students who do not make a satisfactory score on the placement
test may be allowed to retest. In addition, in some instances, students may
challenge a course by passing a departmental exam and earning Credit by
Exam (CE).
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Pre-Advising
Upon completion of the placement test, students will have the option of
meeting with a pre-advisor to discuss their placement results. Students will
also be informed of their faculty advisor assignment for future course
planning and curriculum guidance.
Program Placement
Students who desire to enter a specific instructional program and who meet
the testing and placement criteria will be placed in the program of their
choice as long as vacancies exist. Placement of qualified candidates into the
programs will be made according to the published program admission
requirements, which may include the date by which the candidates
successfully meet testing and placement criteria and the date by which all
required records are received by the college. Program placement
requirements and special program requirements are outlined on program
sheets that can be obtained in the Student Services Division.
Student Classifications – Guidelines for Admission
New Students
New students enrolling in curriculum classes must meet the admissions
requirements outlined above.
Readmitted Students
A student will maintain an active application status provided a break in
enrollment does not equal or exceed two years. Students returning after an
absence of two or more academic years and those students who applied but
never attended must be readmitted following this procedure:
 Complete an application for readmission.
 Submit transcripts from all regionally accredited colleges or
universities attended since applying to or attending Sandhills.
 Meet the admission and graduation requirements of the Catalog in
effect at the time of readmission.
Students who have not attended Sandhills Community College in at least
five years may be required to re-submit an official high school transcript
indicating graduation with a diploma, a high school equivalency certificate
(GED), or an adult high school diploma, as well as transcripts from all
regionally accredited colleges or universities previously attended. Re-
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admitting students may also be required to complete placement testing. The
Admissions Office will make this determination.
In addition, students changing from Special Student status to Degree Seeking
must submit a new admissions application and submit any required
documents to the Admissions Office to become eligible for readmission.
Foreign Students
Permanent Residents
Applicants must provide current valid documentation from the Citizenship
and Immigration Service (CIS) before being admitted and placed under
regular admissions policies.
Other Visas
Applicants must provide current valid documentation from the Citizenship
and Immigration Service (CIS) before being admitted—as allowed—and
placed under regular admissions policies
F-1 Visas
Applicants seeking an F-1 student visa must provide satisfactory academic
records and have a local sponsor. Other important factors are graduation
from a secondary school that is equivalent to secondary schools in the United
States. If EFL classes are not offered, applicants whose native language is
other than English must submit TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign
Language) scores as evidence of ability to use English at a level of
competence necessary for college work. (TOEFL test dates and further
details may be viewed at www.ets.org.) A minimum score of 520 is required
for the paper-based exam and 68 for the internet-based TOEFL exam.
Exceptions to the college policy may be granted in rare instances. Foreign
applicants should contact the Admissions Department at Sandhills
Community College for additional information. New international students
must report to the Admissions Department in Stone Hall Student Services
within 24 hours upon arrival to campus.
Undocumented Immigrants
According to North Carolina and federal legislation, community colleges are
responsible for ensuring that a student who is lawfully present in the U.S.
will always have priority for a space in a class or program of study over a
student who is not lawfully present in the U.S., if there are space limitations.
As such, Sandhills Community College follows these admission
requirements for undocumented immigrants:
 Colleges should neither enroll undocumented students into a class
or program of study for which there are waiting lists, nor should
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colleges register undocumented students for classes until the
conclusion of the last published registration period.
 Colleges shall admit an undocumented immigrant only if he or she
attended and graduated from a U.S. public high school, private high
school, or home school that operates in compliance with State or
local law. Undocumented immigrants with a GED diploma are not
considered to have "graduated from a U.S. public high school,
private high school, or home school" and therefore are not eligible
to be admitted to a community college. An undocumented
immigrant with a diploma from an Adult High School that is
located in the U.S. and operates or operated in compliance with
State or local law is eligible to be admitted to a community college.
 Undocumented immigrants may not be admitted into a program of
study that requires a professional license for admission since federal
law prohibits states from granting professional licenses to
undocumented immigrants.
 Undocumented immigrants will be charged out-of-state tuition
whether or not they reside in North Carolina.
Foreign College Transcripts
Foreign college transcripts must be translated into English with a
comprehensive course-by-course report before the Office of Records and
Registration at Sandhills will evaluate these documents for potential transfer
credits. Currently, World Educational Services, Inc. (WES) is the only
company from which Sandhills will accept comprehensive course-by-course
foreign college transcript reports.
Students must contact WES directly and instruct them to mail an official
report directly to Sandhills. Students also must request a course-by-course
evaluation. Document-by-document evaluations will not be accepted by
Sandhills for transfer credit. The Office of Records and Registration, 910-
695-3739, provides further information.
World Educational Services, Inc.
PO Box 745 Old Chelsea Station
New York, NY 10113-0745
Phone: 212-966-6311
Fax: 212-966-6395
Toll Free: 1-800-937-3895
Application forms: www.wes.org
Transfer Students
Transfer students must meet the same admission criteria as all new students.
In addition to submitting all other application materials, transfer students
must submit official transcripts of all post-secondary credits previously
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earned at other accredited institutions. Students will not be allowed to
register beyond their first semester unless all required transcripts are
received. These official transcripts become a part of the student’s permanent
record and cannot be sent to other institutions or returned to the student.
Sandhills Community College will consider granting credit for work done at
other regionally accredited institutions of higher education. Courses accepted
for transfer credit must parallel course offerings at Sandhills Community
College as determined by the Director of Records and Registration, the Dean
of Instruction, and/or the appropriate Department Chair. The Higher
Education Directory is used for verification that colleges are accredited. This
allows SCC to determine whether to accept transfer credits from that college.
Upon review of the approved transfer credits, the Director of Records and
Registration enters course information for any transferred classes into
Colleague. Transfer credits are indicated by TR in the student record. The
Director then files the official transcript from the accredited college in the
student’s permanent academic file. Courses approved to satisfy the NCCCS
Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core, pre-major or
elective course requirement will also be considered for acceptance as transfer
credit. Transfer credit may be allowed only for courses in which a student
has earned a grade of a “C” or higher. Transfer credit for master’s level
coursework is not transferrable. Any exception to this policy must be
approved by the Dean of Instruction.
A transfer student may be exempt from the placement test if appropriate
math and/or English courses have been completed with a grade of “C” or
better. The Director of Records and Registration will determine if placement
testing is required.
Special Students
Any high school graduate or anyone 18 years of age or older who does not
plan to earn a degree, diploma, or certificate but who wishes to enroll in a
college credit course may be admitted as a special student. Special students
may register for courses if course prerequisites are met and if space exists in
the class. A current SCC student’s registration may take precedence over a
special student’s registration. Exceptions to any of the above statements
must be approved by the Dean of Instruction.
Special students will be required to make a satisfactory score on the college
placement test or show proof of course completion with a college transcript
prior to enrolling in English, mathematics, or other restricted college-level
courses. Students who have not met one of these requirements will be
allowed to register only for ENG 075 and other non-restricted courses.
Special students are not eligible to receive financial aid or veterans benefits.
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After successfully completing 16 semester hours of course work, a special
student should meet with a counselor or with the Student Success Center
concerning possible placement into a curriculum. Upon a later decision to
pursue a degree, diploma, or certificate at Sandhills Community College, the
special student will be asked to fill out another application, submit proof of
high school graduation, and meet certain placement criteria.
Visiting Students
A visiting student is a student who is pursuing a degree at another institution
but who is taking courses at Sandhills Community College with the intent of
transferring credit for those courses to the home institution. A visiting
student will be classified as a special student and may register for courses
only if course prerequisites are met with supporting documentation and if
space exists in the classes. A current SCC student’s registration may take
precedence over a visiting student’s registration. A visiting student must
submit an official completed admissions application form and is encouraged
to obtain written permission with specific course information from the
institution from which graduation is planned.
Home-Schooled Degree-Seeking Students
Students who have graduated from a home school must provide the
following documentation for admission:
 A copy of the Certificate of Inspection issued by the State of North
Carolina, which will identify that the home school is listed with the
NC Division of Non-Public Education.
 A final high school transcript, which includes the official school
name and the principal’s signature. The transcript must also include
the graduation date and both the state and home school established
minimum scores required on a Nationally Standardized Test.
If the above criteria cannot be met, home school applicants may also elect to
take and pass the GED exam in lieu of a high school diploma.
Career and College Promise
Career and College Promise offers structured opportunities for qualified high
school juniors and seniors to enroll in community college courses. These
provide pathways that lead to a certificate, diploma, or degree as well as
provide entry-level jobs skills. Academic credits earned through Career and
College Promise shall enable students who continue into postsecondary
education after graduating from high school to complete a postsecondary
credential in less time than would normally be required. Sandhills
Community College offers three pathways: Career and Technical Education,
College Transfer, and Cooperative Innovative High Schools Program.
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Career Technical Education Pathway
The Career Technical Education Pathway leads to a certificate or diploma
aligned with one or more high school Tech Prep Career Clusters. Additional
information on this pathway is available online at the College Programs for
High School Students at www.sandhills.edu/programs/high-school.
College Transfer Pathway
The College Transfer Pathway leads to a college transfer certificate requiring
the successful completion of thirty semester hours of transfer courses,
including English and mathematics, for qualified junior and senior high
school students. Additional information on this pathway is available online
at www.sandhills.edu/programs/high-school.
Cooperative Innovative High Schools Pathway
SandHoke Early College High School (SECHS) represents a partnership
between the Hoke County School System and Sandhills Community College
to implement a Cooperative Innovative High Schools program. SECHS is
designed to introduce students to the college setting in their sophomore year
of high school by taking Sandhills Community College courses along with
honors-level high school courses. The school offers a five-year program
through which students have the opportunity to earn both their high school
diploma and an Associate in Arts degree by successfully completing two
years of transferable college credit.
Registration for Curriculum Classes
Registration dates for each semester are listed in the academic calendar
located in the front of this Catalog and online at www.sandhills.edu.
Admission and program placement requirements must be met before
students may register. Students are not officially registered for classes until
tuition and fees have been paid.
Last Day to Register
Academic integrity dictates that the “last day to register” (as noted in the
Academic Calendar), generally, is the final opportunity for previously
enrolled or new students to register for classes in any given semester.
Residence Status for Tuition Purposes
The basis for determining the appropriate tuition charges is contingent upon
whether a student is a resident or a nonresident for tuition purposes. To
qualify as a resident for tuition purposes, a person must become a legal
resident and remain a legal resident for at least twelve consecutive months
immediately prior to classification. Thus, there is a distinction between legal
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residence and residence for tuition purposes. Furthermore, “twelve months
legal residence” means more than simple abode in North Carolina. In
particular, it means maintaining a domicile (permanent home of indefinite
duration) as opposed to “maintaining a mere temporary residence or abode
incident to enrollment in an institution of higher education.” The burden of
establishing facts that justify classification of a student as a resident entitled
to in-state tuition rates is on the applicant for such classification. Being
classified a resident for tuition purposes is contingent on the student’s
seeking such status and providing all information that the institution may
require in making the determination.
The Admissions Department has the authority and responsibility for
determining residence status for tuition purposes. To make residency
determinations, the department uses the North Carolina State Residence
Classification Manual. A copy of this manual is on reserve at the Circulation
Desk in the Boyd Library, as well as on the Sandhills website at
www.sandhills.edu. Residence applications may be obtained in the
Admissions Office.
Any student who wishes to appeal the residency decision may do so by
following the policies and procedures of the Sandhills Community College
Residence Appeals Committee. These policies are available for viewing in
the Admissions Office.
Students intending to transfer from Sandhills Community College should
explore the residency practices of the college or university to which they
intend to transfer.
The Admissions Office provides further information at 910-695-3781.
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PAYMENT OF TUITION AND FEES
Tuition
Fall and spring semester tuition for all courses is set by the North Carolina
General Assembly and subject to change by its actions. The in-state
curriculum tuition rate for the year 2012-2013 for all college credit courses
was set at $69.00 per credit hour up to a maximum of $1104.00 for sixteen
(16) or more credits during the fall and spring semesters; however, at the
time of publication of this document, the State of North Carolina had not set
2013-2014 tuition rates.
Out-of-state tuition for 2012-2013 was set at the rate of $261.00 per credit
hour each semester up to a maximum of $4,176.00 for sixteen (16) or more
credit hours for the fall and spring semesters; however, at the time of
publication of this document, the State of North Carolina had not set 2013-
2014 tuition rates.
The summer term at Sandhills Community College is self-supported.
Therefore, the rate is determined by the Sandhills Community College Board
of Trustees and may differ from that set for the fall and spring semesters.
The tuition for summer term is not subject to any tuition waivers.
Student Activity and Technology Fees
The fee structure at Sandhills Community College is in accordance with
policies established by the State Board of Community Colleges and is
subject to change without notice. All students enrolled for fall and/or spring
semester are charged a student activity fee of $32.50 and a computer usage
fee of $16. The student activity fee covers the cost of a parking sticker, an
I.D. card, accident insurance coverage, library and audiovisual privileges,
activities sponsored by the Student Government Association, a diploma for
graduates, intramural and intercollegiate athletics, the use of the college
fitness center, and other ancillary student-related college expenditures. The
computer usage fee covers the cost of maintaining the computer labs.
Special Program/Course Expenses
Some programs and courses require miscellaneous expenses for supplies,
tools, uniforms, equipment, liability insurance, or travel. The schedule of
classes or the class instructor for the following programs will provide
specific information about such costs:
ANT-240 Archaeology HUM-220 Human Values & Meaning
Architectural Technology Landscape Gardening
Art Medical Laboratory Technology
Associate Degree Nursing Nursing Assistant
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Automotive Systems Technology Ophthalmic Medical Assistant
Baking and Pastry Arts Physical Education
Biology PSF Health and Fitness Science
Civil Engineering Technology Polysomnography
Collision Repair & Refinishing Psychology
Cosmetology Practical Nursing
Criminal Justice Technology Radiography
Culinary Technology Respiratory Care
Early Childhood SPA-161 Cultural Immersion
Emergency Medical Science Surgical Technology
Hospitality Management Surveying Technology
Human Services Technology Therapeutic Massage
HUM-120 Cultural Studies
Students in Health Science and Nursing Programs (excluding Health and
Fitness, Nursing Assistant, and Therapeutic Massage) will be assigned a $20
fee for medical record tracking in their first curriculum course. This fee is
required for clinical participation in these classes:
EMS-120 NUR-111 PSG-110 SUR-110
MLT-110 NUR-214 RAD-110
NUR-101 OPH-150 RCP-110
In addition, students enrolled in courses that take part in personal service or
medical-related situations such as clinical or co-op experiences will be
required to pay a fee of $18 per year for professional liability insurance.
Tuition Payments
Students have a number of options when paying tuition:
 They can pay online by accessing their account through WebAdvisor.
 They can make payments in person Monday-Friday during business
office hours. Additional payment dates and times are located on or
attached to the back of each student’s registration form and are also
posted online at www.sandhills.edu.
 A drop box is located on the outside wall of Stone Hall and is
available for payment twenty-four (24) hours a day, seven (7) days a
week, unless otherwise posted.
 Students can mail payments to SCC, Attn: Business Office, 3395
Airport Road, Pinehurst, NC 28374.
Students should not make out checks in advance as payment is required in
full and cash refunds are not given. When making or scheduling payments,
students must include fines and fees in the total balance. An unpaid balance
on an account can cause a student’s schedule to be cleared of classes.
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Students with account balances after the “last payment day” will be dropped
from their classes.
Tuition and Fees Waivers for Qualified High School
Students and Full-Time College Employees
Qualified students may receive a tuition or fees waiver, which will
automatically post upon registration. High school students enrolled through
one of the pathways of Career and College Promise will receive a waiver of
tuition, activity fees, and technology fees for each fall and/or spring
semester, subject to change by action of the North Carolina General
Assembly. Full-time employees of Sandhills do not receive a waiver of
tuition, but the college may pay for one class (up to 3 credits) each fall
and/or spring semester. Tuition waivers do not apply for summer or for self-supported
classes.
Payment Responsibility
Students are responsible to pay for classes from which they do not officially
withdraw. If financial aid is removed or the third-party sponsor does not pay
due to a student’s lack of attendance, the student is liable for the tuition
and/or fee charges. It is important that official withdrawal occur if a student
does not plan to attend class so that the class seat is available for other
students.
Graduation Fee
Graduating students are expected to participate in commencement exercises.
All students participating in commencement exercises should order a cap and
gown from the Logan Bookstore. The cost of the cap and gown is
approximately $35.00.
Refund of Tuition and Fees: State Refund Policy
The refund policy is set by the North Carolina General Assembly and is
subject to change by its actions. A pre-registered curriculum student who
officially drops one or more classes prior to the first day of the semester will
be eligible for a one hundred percent (100%) tuition refund. The student
activity and technology fee will also be refunded if the student drops all
classes prior to the first day of the semester. Thereafter, a refund of seventy-five
percent (75%) of only the tuition will be made through the ten percent
(10%) date of the semester. Students do not qualify for a refund of fees after
the one hundred percent (100%) date. All tuition will be refunded if a class is
canceled. The 100% and 75% dates are published on or attached to the back
of the schedule form and are posted online at www.sandhills.edu.
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Refunds will be processed within four weeks of the 10% date. Students
should ensure that their address is correct with the Admissions Office so that
they receive their refund check in a timely manner.
In addition, if a student receives North Carolina grant aid and drops all of his
or her classes, a State refund calculation must be performed to determine
how much aid the student has earned. The earned amount is determined by
calculating the number of class days prior to the date of withdrawal. The
unearned portion must be returned. This may require repayment by the
student of all or part of any State money that the student received. The return
of State funds required by this policy will be applied in the following order
up to the maximum amount of funds disbursed from each program:
1. Education Lottery Scholarship Program (ELS);
2. Institution-Specific State Grants:
a. UNC Need-Based Grant (UNC NBG);
b. North Carolina Community College Grant; or
c. North Carolina Need-Based Scholarship Programs (NBS);
3. North Carolina National Guard Tuition Assistance Program
4. UNC Campus Scholarships;
5. North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics Tuition Grant
for UNC;
6. John B. McLendon Scholarship Fund.
Refund of Tuition and Fees: Federal Refund Policy
The Federal Refund Policy applies to all students receiving federal financial
aid funds, including those who qualify for the state refund policy mentioned
above. This policy requires the school to determine the amount of Title IV
aid a student has earned. The earned amount is determined by calculating the
number of class days prior to the date of withdrawal. The unearned portion
must be returned. This may require repayment by the student of all or part of
any federal money that the student received.
Refunds will be allocated by law according to the following order:
1. Loans 2. Grants
Federal Unsub Direct Stafford loans Federal Pell Grant
Federal Subsidized Direct Stafford loans
Federal Perkins loans
FSEOG
TEACH
Federal PLUS loans
Direct PLUS loans
Iraq/Afghan Service Grant
Students may obtain further information regarding these refund policies and
refund calculations from the Financial Aid Office located in Stone Hall.
Students are responsible for payment on classes from which they do not
officially withdraw.
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STUDENT RECORDS
The personal records of students are supervised by the Director of Records
and Registration. Material contained in students’ personal folders, with the
exception of confidential letters of recommendation written prior to January
1, 1975, may be reviewed by students upon request to the Director of
Records and Registration. In accordance with the Family Rights and Privacy
Act of 1974, certain student information categorized as “directory
information” may be provided to persons other than the student. Directory
information includes the student’s name, city & county of residence,
photograph, major field of study, participation in officially recognized
activities and sports, dates of attendance, grade level, degrees and awards
received, and the most recent educational agency or institution attended by
the student. A student who desires that any or all of the above-stated
directory information not be released must sign a request in the Office of
Records and Registration no later than two (2) weeks after the first day of
class each semester. More information related to the privacy of student
records can be found in the “Compliance” section of this Catalog.
Grade Reports
Grades are mailed directly to the student after each semester. Grades are
provided to other schools, parents, guardians, or others only with the written
and signed authorization of the student. This authorization must be given to
the Office of Records and Registration.
Graduation Requirements
Upon recommendation of the faculty and the approval of the Director of
Records and Registration, degrees, diplomas, and/or certificates will be
awarded to students successfully completing the requirements of the
program in which they are enrolled.
To be eligible for graduation, all students must do the following:
 Successfully complete course requirements as prescribed in the
Catalog in effect at the time of entry into the program. If students
have an interruption in enrollment from their designated program of
study of two or more years, they will be subject to the program
requirements prescribed in the Catalog in effect upon their re-entry
into the program.
 Earn a minimum of a 2.0 grade point average in the required
courses of the program of study for which they are applying for
graduation. All health science students must maintain a 2.0 in all
courses required for their program of study.
 Successfully complete 25 percent of course credit hours of the
certificate, diploma, or associate degree requirements at Sandhills
Community College for the program of study. The Director of
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Records and Registration verifies completion of 25 percent as part
of the graduation application process.
 Apply for graduation with their faculty advisor by March 20, 2014.
Graduation applications may be picked up in the Office of Records
and Registration. In order to participate in the May commencement
and be considered a 2014 Sandhills Community College graduate,
all of the above academic requirements must be met by the end of
the summer semester 2014. Those who submit late applications for
graduation run the risk of not being included in the commencement
program. Honor distinctions for late applicants will not be
recognized during commencement.
 Clear all financial obligations to the College.
Students are eligible to graduate with honors if their major GPA is a 3.5 or
higher.
Students may apply to graduate with both a certificate and associate degree
in the same program for the same academic year if the certificate contains
technical electives not specified by course in the degree program.
Students cannot apply to graduate from both the Associate in Science and
Associate in Arts degree programs for the same academic year.
Students cannot apply to graduate with the Associate of General Education
or the Associate of General Occupational Technology if they are graduating
with another associate’s degree (A.A.S, A.S. or A.A).
Students are required to wear academic regalia during commencement.
Regalia (caps and gowns) should be purchased from the Sandhills
Community College Logan Bookstore in the Dempsey Student Center.
Transcripts
Transcripts will be issued only upon a student’s written and signed request to
the Office of Records and Registration. There is a $3 fee for each official
transcript mailed within two to three business days and a $5 fee for
transcripts requested “on demand.” On-demand requests must be made in
person and require a valid picture ID. Payment of this fee is required before
transcripts can be mailed or picked